Great Americans is a series of biographies for those who want to know more about some of our most legendary Americans but do not have the time to search through large, scholarly biographies. These biographies are concise, yet they give a comprehensive look at complex men and women.Each book features photographs and paintings from various sources, including presidential and university libraries, the National Archives, and the homes of the subjects, all preserved for posterity.Each also features excerpts from letters, autobiographies, biographies from past and present, and even newspaper articles from the time.Each book is a unique combination of pictures and words that present an all-encompassing look at the complexity of these Great Americans.