Book Series · 4 Books

Candlewick Biographies Books

In order from Vision of Beauty to Lighter than Air.

Vision of Beauty
Handel, Who Knew What He Liked
The Secret World of Walter Anderson
Lighter than Air
Vision of Beauty
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Vision of Beauty
Sale price
$474
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2000

Vision of Beauty

By Kathryn Lasky, Nneka Bennett (Illustrator)

From poverty to power, a woman's journey to success defies all odds.

56 pages· 3,628 words· Est. 41 min read
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Summary: Born into poverty, Sarah Breedlove Walker, the first freeborn in her family, dreams beyond the constraints of her sharecropper roots. As she navigates a world of discrimination, she rises to become a trailblazing businesswoman and philanthropist. How did she transform her dreams into reality, and what legacy did she leave behind? Discover the inspiring journey of a woman who turned freedom into opportunity, challenging societal norms and redefining success.
The complete set

Candlewick Biographies Series

4 books · Published 2000–2017

Vision of Beauty

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2000

From poverty to power, a woman's journey to success defies all odds.

Handel, Who Knew What He Liked
Sale price
$474

Handel, Who Knew What He Liked

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2001

A determined composer defies odds to create timeless music.

The Secret World of Walter Anderson

Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

A reclusive artist finds inspiration on a deserted island, creating hidden masterpieces.

Lighter than Air

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2017

A shy woman defies norms to become the first female pilot in 18th-century France.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Candlewick Biographies series?

There are 4 books in the Candlewick Biographies series. It began with Vision of Beauty in 2000, and the newest book, Lighter than Air, was published in 2017.

What ages are the Candlewick Biographies books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Candlewick Biographies to life.

01

Kathryn Lasky

Author
02

M. T. Anderson

Author
03

Hester Bass

Author
04

Matthew Clark Smith

Author
05

Nneka Bennett

Illustrator
06

Kevin Hawkes

Illustrator
07

E.B. Lewis

Illustrator
08

Matt Tavares

Illustrator

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