Biography

Biography

• Presents the facts about an individual's

life and makes an attempt to interpret

those facts, explaining the person's

feelings and motivations.

• Often starts with birth or early life and

often covers birth-to-death.

• Often explores early influences on a

subject's later life.

• Situates person’s life in historical terms

and a cultural context.

• Uses direct quotes from person and

those who knew her.

• Sometimes uses fictionalized scenes/dialogues

but always based on what is

known about the person and the events

described.

• Often uses pictures, maps, photographs,

or other historically available

documents.

• Biographer possesses a point of view, a

larger agenda, and a purpose in reporting

on the person’s life.

-Scholastic Professional Books

 Here are some GREAT biographies that you can find in your school library!