Biographies
A&E Audio Books, THOMAS JEFFERSON: PHILOSOPHER OF FREEDOM, Statesman, scientist, architect and President, he was America's dashing Renaissance man. More than anyone else, Thomas Jefferson defined the principles and ideals of a young nation.one cassette
A&E Audio Books, PATTON: A GENIUS FOR WAR, Exclusive interviews, rare audio clips and insightful scholarship reveal the life behind the legend. From his family history to his triumphs on the battlefields of Europe, this is the complete story of one of the most celebrated generals in history.one cassette
Bakalar, Nick; Balkin, Richard; THE WISDOM OF JOHN PAUL II, Dove Audio, Beverly Hills, CA, 1995- A collection of the Pope's statements on a range of issues such as spirituality in modern life, human rights, religious freedom, marriage and family, and other concerns vital to Christian life and thought. 3 hours
Baruch, Bernard, BARUCH: MY OWN STORY, Newstrack Executive Classics, Englewood, CO, 1987, He tells how he made his fortune and lived his life of public service.
Bennett, William, THE MORAL COMPASS, Simon Schuster, New York, NY 1995, Offers examples of good and bad, right and wrong, in great works from literature and in exemplary stories from history.
Biography Series; F. SCOTT FITZGERALD: THE GREAT AMERICAN DREAMER, A&E Television Networks, New York, New York, 1998- Through interviews with family members, confidantes and scholars this biography tells the story of one of the most important American authors of the century. Narrated by Jack Perkins. 1 tape/45 minutes
Bradley, Bill; TIME PRESENT, TIME PAST, Random House Audio Publishing, Inc., New York, 1996- Bill Bradley talks about his life, his country, his role in government, and his hopes for the American future. 4 hours
Chernow, Ron, TITAN: THE LIFE OF JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER, Random House Audio Publishing, Inc., New York, 1998, The author discards the stereotype of Rockefeller as a cold-blooded monster to sketch an unforgettably human portrait. Cassettes 6 hours
Cleary, Thomas, ZEN LESSONS: THE ART OF LEADERSHIP, Shambhala Publications, Boston, MA, 1990, Guide to enlightened conduct for people in postions of authority. Based on the teachings of several Zen masters of China.
Cronkite,Walter. WALTER CRONKITE, A REPORTER’S LIFE, Random House Audiobooks, New York, NY, 1996, At the age of 80, Cronkite tells his life story, the personal and professional odyssey of the original “anchorman”. A portrait of presidents, behind-the-scenes tales of politics & broadcasting and his views on the future of television and news presentation are included. 4 hours
Donald, David Herbert; LINCOLN, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1995- An account of how one man's political acumen steered the Union to victory in the Civil War, how he gave meaning to that struggle for nationhood and equality and shaped modern America. 6 hours
Ford, Henry, HENRY FORD-TODAY AND TOMORROW, Narrated by Bob Askey, Newstrack Executive Classics, Englewood, CO, 1985, A fascinating look into the great industrialist’s mind and his “shot-gun” advice on management, time-saving, and how to produce a product for a profit.
Gandhi, Mohandas; MY EXPERIMENTS WITH TRUTH, Audio Scholar, Inc., Mendocino, CA, 1995- Documents Gandhi's spiritual journey amidst the political strife of his times. 167 minutes
Graham, Billy, JUST AS I AM, HarperCollins, 1997. An inspiring story of how a man of God grew into a man of great influence.
Jung, C.G., MEMORIES, DREAMS, REFLECTIONS, Shambhala Lion Editions (Spoken-Word Audio) 1991, The telling of his life story in a series of conversations with his colleague and friend, Aniela Jaffe. (Approx 2 hours)
Kelly, Kitty; NANCY REAGAN: THE UNAUTHORIZED BIOGRAPHY, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1991- A look at the private life of the former First Lady. 180 minutes.
King, Larry; LARRY KING: LEGENDS, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York - Highlights of Larry King's on-air visits with America's legendary entertainers. 60 minutes
King, Larry; TELL ME MORE, The Publishing Mills, Los Angeles, CA, 1990- Stories of celebrities that have been interviewed on the Larry King Show in more than 30 years. 3 hours
King, Martin Luther, King, Jr., THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., Edited by Clayborne Carson, Time Warner Audio Books, New York, 1998, King in his own words as read by himself and others. The child and student who rebelled against segregation, the dedicated minister who questioned the depths of his faith, and the world famous leader fired by a vision of equality for people everywhere. 6 tapes/9 hours
Krull, Kathleen, LIVES OF THE PRESIDENTS, Audio Bookshelf, Northport, Me, 1998, Deliciously gossipy thumbnail biographies are as fascinating for adults as for children, and a splendid choice for those occasions when the need arises to entertain the whole family. 3 hours
Little, Royal, HOW TO LOSE $100,000,000 AND OTHER VALUABLE ADVICE, Newstrack Executive Classics, 1985, Speaking from his experiences, the author outlines investment procedures and cautions checking industry trends, competition’s profit margins and the management of the company to be acquired.
Lowe, Janet, OPRAH WINFREY SPEAKS, Soundelux Audio Publishing, Novato, CA, 1998, Reveals the mystique of OPrah in her own words. Here are Oprah’s opinions on everything from childhood and overcoming adversity to dealing with fame and staying real. Her abiding faith, no-nonsense business rules, generosity, and love as her 10 commandments for lifelong success are provided. 3 hours
Mandela, Nelson; LONG WALK TO FREEDOM, Time Warner Audio Books, Los Angeles, CA, 1994- Political leader Nelson Mandela tells his own story: the story of struggle and survival against one of the harshest system of segregation- apartheid.
McCullough, David; TRUMAN, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1992- The life and times of the thirty-third President of the United States. 6 hours
McMurtry, Larry, CRAZY HORSE, Penguin Audio Books, New York, NY, 1998, Author looks back across more than 120 years at the life and death of this great Sioux warrior who became a reluctant leader at the battle of the Little Big Horn. 3 Hours
Michener, James A. THE WORLD IS MY HOME: A MEMOIR, Random House, New York, NY 1992, To celebrate his 85th birthday this prolific and highly acclaimed author talks about his own life and the amazing people he has encountered along the way.
Miles, Jack, GOD: A BIOGRAPHY, Soundelux Audio Publishing, Novato, CA, 1996, Using the Hebrew Bible as his text, Miles shows us a God who evolves through his relationship with man, the image who in time becomes his rival.
Mother Teresa; A SIMPLE PATH, Random House, Inc., New York, 1995- Mother Teresa shares her thoughts and experiences that have led her to do her charitable work. 3 hours
Osgood, Charles; THE OSGOOD FILES; Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1991- A collection of nationally syndicated columnist and CBS News correspondent, Charles Osgood's favorite pieces. 180 minutes
Powell, Colin: MY AMERICAN JOURNAL, Random House, Inc., 1995- Colin Powell shares his experiences growing up, his anxieties and missteps as well as the triumphs that marked his rise to four-star general, his beliefs in family, personal responsibility and his love for his country. 4 hours
Rather, Dan; Wyden, Peter; I REMEMBER DAN RATHER, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1991- Dan Rather reveals his memories of a Texas childhood and the events and values that made him who he is today. 180 minutes
Remnick, David Editor; LIFE STORIES: PROFILES FROM THE NEW YORKER, Random House, Inc., New York, New York, 2000- Biographies that provide us with an album of our era, a rich and diverse appraisal of some of the most prominent members of an entire century’s cast. Narrated by Phillip Bosco, Amy Irving, and Alton Fitzgerald White. Unabridged profiles of Richard Pryor, Marlon Brando, Isadora Duncan, and Ernest Hemmingway are included. 6 tapes/10 hours
Sinatra, Nancy, FRANK SINATRA, Peter Pan Industries, Newark, NJ 1995, In depth look at the life of a fascinating performer.
Soros, George; SOROS ON SOROS: AHEAD OF THE CURVE, Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Publishing, New York, 1995- An intimate look into the life and the mind of one of the most intriguing figures in the financial world today. 360 minutes
Thomas, Danny; MAKE ROOM FOR DANNY, Cassette Production Unlimited, Inc., 1992- Los Angeles, CA, 1992- A look at a show business legend told by friends in the entertainment world. 3 hours
Thompson, Raphael Nash: NARRATIVE OF THE LIFE OF FREDERICK DOUGLASS, An American Slave, Penguin Audiobooks, 1995- From his birth to his escape to the north, Douglass describes the physical and spiritual brutalities of the owner's, his struggle to become literate, and his role in the abolitionist movement. 3 hours
Wilson, Robert A., editor; CHARACTER ABOVE ALL: STEPHEN A. AMBROSE ON DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1996- Discusses the life and character of Dwight D. Eisenhower. 1 hour
Woodward, Bob; THE COMMANDERS, Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, 1991- A
look at top U.S. military leaders in the Bush Administration. 180 minutes