Collection: Young Adult Biography

The revered author of the world's most popular fantasy works, 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings', Professor Tolkien's contribution to literary history is assured. This biographical text provides coverage of his life and work.

Written shortly before his assassination in 1965, this autobiography of Malcolm X traces his life from its violent beginnings in the Harlem Ghetto to his becoming one of the most important political figures of his time, and an icon in ours.

By the age of 18, Nicole Dryburgh has survived cancer and a brain haemorrhage. Blind and mainly confined to a wheelchair, Nicole is wholehearted and positive, whether she is studying, fund-raising or hanging out with her friends. Nicole's diary of the last four years is the triumphant story of a ...

The curiously entitled 'Tarantula', which Dylan wrote at the age of 23, was not a real autobiography. This book covers his life in his own words for the first time ever. It is sure to appeal to his fans as well as those who love rock music in general.

Sharon Lawrence tells who Jimi Hendrix really was, what really happened to him during his short life, and what has happened to his legacy in the more than 30 years since his tragically early death. The book contains major insights from more than fifty fresh sources.

Aimed at young adults, 'Lerner Biographies' offers a cradle-to-grave perspective of a famous figure. Over 100 pages long, they are ideal for reports, and are illustrated throughout. This book focuses on Bob Dylan.

Deflecting early critical disdain, Dave Grohl has single-handedly reinvented himself and cemented his place in the rock pantheon. This is his story, from his pre-Nirvana days in hardcore band Scream to his current festival-conquering status as grammy-winning, platinum-selling grunge legend reborn.