7 Life Changing Biographies You Must Read ...

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It could be argued that Walt Disney managed to change the lives of more people than anyone in the world. He launched the most successful movie company in the world and set the wheels in motion for the most successful theme park chains as well. This biography is an excellent choice because not only is the story interesting, but it is full of pictures that your children will enjoy.

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No matter what religious views people have, nearly everyone agrees that Mother Teresa is one of the most influential women of all time. She was able to change the world and did so with grace. Not only is this a book that adults will find compelling, it is also one that parents should encourage their teenage children to read.

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You do not have to be a hockey fan to be able to be able to appreciate Steve Yzerman. Not only was Yzerman a great hockey player and team captain, he showed the world that athletes do not have to be jerks, that they can be classy and smart, someone to look up to. Anyone who has a child that has athletic aspirations should make sure that they encourage their child to read this book and urge them to follow in Yzerman’s footsteps.

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This book is perfect for adventure seekers. The book explores the details of a Lakota legend and brings out the truth about the traits that made Crazy Horse such a powerful and fearless leader. The author took a great deal of time exploring the legend of Crazy Horse and writing about him with a new and fresh approach.

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Food is an important part of most people’s lives and few people have enjoyed it more than Julia Child. This French cooking legend was the kind of person that everyone aspires to be; she was fun, courageous, and never gave up on her dreams! This book is written in a light, pleasant voice and explores the nuances of Child’s life.

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Anyone who has managed to single-handedly change reading is someone that people should make an effort to learn about, and that is exactly what J.K. Rowling did. She made it OK for adults to read books that were originally written for children when she launched her Harry Potter series. This biography is very well written and inspirational to aspiring writers everywhere.

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Farmers are probably the most misunderstood people in the United States. Not only do they spend countless hours trying to earn enough money to feed their family, they are currently under a never ending barrage of criticism that is being led by animal rights activist which is making their profession very difficult. This book is an entertaining read about how the agriculture industry has changed over the years.

Whether you have a passion for cooking like Julia Child or a dream of changing the world like Mother Teresa, you will be inspired and challenged by reading the biographies of each of these great people. Make sure to include these 7 life changing biographies you must read to your list for this summer.

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