(Encyclopedia) Jones, James, 1921–77, American novelist, b. Robinson, Ill. Written in the tradition of naturalism, his novels often celebrate the endurance of man. From Here to Eternity (1951), his…
(Encyclopedia) Urquhart, DavidUrquhart, Davidûrˈkərt [key], 1805–77, British diplomat and writer. He served (1831–37) in various diplomatic capacities in Constantinople but was recalled because of…
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Ross's film career made a promising start when she was nominated for an Oscar for her performance as Elaine Robinson in The Graduate (…
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actressBorn: 3/20/1958Birthplace: Conyers, Georgia Academy- and Emmy Award-winning film and television actress. Often thought of as a Southern bundle of energy who can talk, talk, talk, she proved…
(Elizabeth Ann Bloomer, Elizabeth Ann Warren)former First Lady of the United States, humanitarianBorn: 4/8/1918Birthplace: Chicago, Ill. A former dancer with the Martha Graham Company in New York,…
George W. Bush's Attorney General Born: 5/9/1942Birthplace: Chicago, Ill. Arguably the most controversial and conservative of all Bush appointees, Ashcroft faced harsh questioning by Democrats…
actressBorn: May 13, 1922Died: April 25, 2009 (California, USA) Best Known as: actress Though she was successful on stage and in films, Bea Arthur was best…