(Encyclopedia) Burns, Ken (Kenneth Lauren Burns), 1953–, American documentary filmmaker, b. Brooklyn, N.Y., grad. Hampshire College (1975). Acting as producer, director, and cinematographer, Burns…
(Encyclopedia) Rothstein, ArnoldRothstein, Arnoldrôthˈstēn [key], 1883–1928, American gambler, b. New York City. Supposedly beginning his career at the age of 12, Rothstein became a professional…
The first World Series was played between Pittsburgh and Boston in 1903 and was a nine-game series. Boston won the series 5-3.The New York Yankees have won 26 World Series titles, which is more…
Abstract Expressionism A style developed in the mid-20th century. It emphasized form and color rather than an actual subject. Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning were abstract expressionists.…
(Encyclopedia) Progressive Conservative party, former Canadian political party, formed in 1942 by the merger of the Progressive and Conservative parties. Beginning with the first Canadian prime…
Irish novelist, playwright, and screenwriterBorn: 1958Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland Doyle's work is rooted in his experience as a schoolteacher in working-class Dublin. International recognition came…
actorBorn: 11/15/1940Birthplace: Cambridge, Massachusetts If a military band plays, “Hail to the Chief,” when Sam Waterston steps off a plane, forgive the confusion. Waterston was the voice for…
CRANFORD, John Walter, a Representative from Texas; born near Grove Hill, Clarke County, Ala., in 1862; attended the common and high schools of Alabama and finished preparatory studies under a…
writer and directorBorn: February 18, 1950Died: August 6, 2009 (New York, USA) Best Known as: writer and director John Hughes helped create some of the most…
FLETCHER, Thomas, a Representative from Kentucky; born in Westmoreland County, Pa., October 21, 1779; settled in Montgomery County, Ky.; member of the State house of representatives in 1803,…
