PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Jose Clemente Orozco
From the PBS series, American Masters, this is the biography of Mexican muralisgt Jose Clemente Orozco.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Lillian Hellman
From the PBS series, American Masters, this is the biography for the American playwright Lillian Hellman.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Neil Simon
From the PBS series, American Masters, this is the biography for the American playwright Neil Simon.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Philip Johnson
From the PBS series, American Masters, this is the biography of American modern architect and Pritzker Prize winner, Philip Johnson.
PBS
Pbs: American Masters: Robert Rauschenberg
From the PBS series, American Masters, this is the biography for the American pop painter Robert Rauschenberg.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Maya Angelou
Read a biography of African-American writer Maya Angelou, a woman whose career has inspired and affected millions of people.
Virtual Bangladesh
Virtual bangladesh.com: Rabindranath Tagore
A biography of the famous author, an example of his work, and even includes audio.
Other
Classical Composers Database
This site is a good resource for composer information. Photos, sound files, biographies and web links for hundreds of composers throughout history. Also, a calendar listing composer births/deaths for each day of the year plus a composer...
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Luis J. Rodriguez
Brief biography of the author is offered here. Includes links to other useful Rodriguez sites, as well as a portrait.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Eve Merriam
Do you know who Eve Merriam is? You will after reading this great biography of the American poet. Picture and references to poems are included.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Anne Bradstreet
Selected poems from the "Tenth Muse" as well as a brief biography and suggestions for further reading are offered here.
A&E Television
Biography: Ray Bradbury
Biographical information on Ray Bradbury, author and poet best known for his science fiction works. Includes information about Bradbury's early life, literary works and honors, and death and legacy.
Other
Isaac Newton
A page at the Isaac Newton (1642-1727 CE) Institute for the Mathematical Sciences website. This page, the contents of which come from the Microsoft Encarta encyclopedia, describes the upbringing, the education, the scientific and...
Other
Advice for Young Writers: 10 Tips for Students in Writing Biographies
Children's author, Kathleen Krull, writer of many biographies, shares some tips for making biographies come alive. Perhaps her most interesting tips are to be nosy, and look for juicy details.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Georges Louis Leclerc
Learn about the life and work of the father of natural history for the latter part of that century.
TES Global
Tes: Teaching Shakespeare: Shakespeare Biography
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a biography of William Shakespeare followed by comprehension questions available for download in PDF and Word.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Thomas Hardy
What do you know about the life and work of Thomas Hardy? Explore this informative site to learn more about this famous poet.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Richard Peck
What do you know about Richard Peck's life and work as an author? Use this informative site to learn more about this young adult author and to find resources for lesson plans.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: John Steinbeck
This site features lesson plans for several of John Steinbeck's books. Not surprisingly, most resources relate to "The Grapes of Wrath."
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Amy Tan
Discover more about the life and work of Amy Tan. This site features links to lesson plans and activities for the book "The Joy Luck Club."
TES Global
Tes: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Power Point
[Free Registration/Login Required] This Power Point lesson will introduce students to biographical information about the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl. At the end of the lesson, students will engage in...
British Council
British Council Arts: Nadine Gordimer
A lengthy biography of Gordimer, a bibliography, and a critical perspective are offered by the British Arts Council. Contact information for the author is included.
British Council
British Council Arts: Tom Stoppard
Read a critical perspective on this award winning playwright, get information about how to contact him, or look over the list of awards and works.
British Council
British Council Arts: Derek Walcott
Playwright, critic and poet Derek Walcott is profiled here, along with a list of his works and awards and a brief critical interpretation of his work. Contact information is included.