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Academy of Achievement: Gore Vidal

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of Eugene Luther Gore Vidal, one of America's greatest writers. He was also a well known political commentator. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
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Academy of Achievement: James A. Michener

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of best-selling novelist James A. Michener. He won two Pulitzer Prizes for his book, and its follow-up musical, about his World War II experiences. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
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Academy of Achievement: John Grisham

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of best-selling author John Grisham. A lawyer by training, he became interested in the stories of people he encountered in his profession and began to write legal thrillers. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
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Academy of Achievement: John Irving

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of best-selling author John Irving. He is also a wrestler and has been inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
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Academy of Achievement: John Updike

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of John Updike, one of America's most esteemed and prolific writers. He won two Pulitzer Prizes for his fiction, as well as other major awards. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
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Academy of Achievement: Joyce Carol Oates

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of best-selling author Joyce Carol Oates. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.