Jeff Burlingame

This sports biography tells the story of Andres Iniesta from his childhood to his position as an elite soccer star for F.C. Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Iniesta has helped both teams win multiple championships, including the 2010 World Cup. In 2012, he was named the Best Player in Europe by the UEFA.

This comprehensive biography by award-winning author Jeff Burlingame explores the life of John Lennon, whose music and life story still resonate and remain popular with both young and old fans, nearly four decades after his untimely death in 1980. He was known foremost as a musician, but played many roles during his too-short life. Born and raised in Liverpool, England, Lennon was a founding member of The Beatles, a solo musician, a peace activist,...

This book provides information on the dangers of alcohol, a depressant that can take a serious toll on one's health. Use of alcohol interferes with the brain's communication pathways and affects the way the brain works and processes information. Within this book, readers learn about the long and short-term effects of alcohol, which includes physical addiction, emotional addiction, expense, and health problems. Readers are exposed to personal stories...

With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of camping and the important components that will make a first time camping trip a success. Between picking a location and setting up camp to the necessary gear and supplies, readers will learn everything needed to become a skilled camper.

One of the first singles from The Black Album, a famous Jay-Z record, rap "What More Can I Say"? But the real question is what more can this music legend do? From the platinum albums to the sold-out concerts to his Rocawear clothing brand, Jay-Z has done it all. He has sold some 50 million albums worldwide. He even has a sneaker named after him. From the Brooklyn projects to the corner office in Manhattan, Jay-Z made his own way, overcoming many obstacles....

Even at a young age, Kanye West's love for music gave him opportunities to make money. Even though Kanye had the chance to attend college and have his career go in a different direction, he instead chose to focus on writing beats and raps which ultimately made him a star. This hip-hop biography covers everything from Kanye's childhood mischief to his first big contract to the most controversial moment of his illustrious career.

The life that 50 Cent was born into was anything but easy. From growing up without a father, to drug dealing, to being shot nine times and nearly losing his life, 50 Cent had to overcome a lot of struggles in his life, but this hip-hop biography will not only cover those struggles, but also his rise to becoming one of the biggest and wealthiest names in the hip-hop world.

In this biography, readers can follow Real Madrid superstar Kaka through all of thrilling and shocking moments of his life, including an injury that almost left him paralyzed. Kaka's journey includes being honored as the 2007 FIFA World Player of the Year. that makes readers interested in learning more about the star.

"Discusses the life of Jesse James, including his childhood, the James-Younger gang, the many robberies he committed, his murder, and his legacy in American history"--Provided by publisher.