Brian D'Ambrosio
Author
Brian D’Ambrosio is a prolific writer of nonfiction books and articles. He specializes in histories, biographies, and profiles of actors and musicians. One of his previous books, "Warrior in the Ring," a biography of world champion boxer Marvin Camel, is currently being adapted for big-screen treatment.
LATEST
A.P. Giannini: The Banker Who Helped Build Modern America
The former produce merchant from California pioneered the banking industry and financed possibilities both common and distinguished.
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Walter Camp: Genius of the Gridiron
A perceptive Yale rugby player, who died 100 years ago, formulated the sport of American football.
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Walter Chrysler: The Man and His Machinery
A self-taught mechanic and son of a Kansas railroader went on to head one of the greatest car manufacturers in America.
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Henry Mancini: Composer Extraordinaire of Film and TV Scores
One hundred years after his birth, the son of an immigrant steel worker endows American culture with a legacy of songs.
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How Wilma Rudolph Surmounted the Considerable Odds Against Her
Thirty years after her death, the track and field star’s legacy still stands out as a symbol of inspiration.
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Edgar Rice Burroughs: The Creator of Tarzan
The beloved storyteller led readers through the chronicles of one of literature’s memorable characters.
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Knute Rockne: Father of an American Sporting Tradition
This is the story of one Norwegian immigrant who changed the face of American football.
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The Fall and Second Act of O. Henry
America’s favorite short story writer found a silver lining during his time in prison.
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Amedeo Obici: The Life of the ‘Peanut King’
The ‘peanut specialist’ leaves his mark in the American snack industry.
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Founding Father of the Boy Scouts: Ernest Thompson Seton
A legacy built on a love of nature and the wildlife live on in his contributions to today’s scouting world.
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A.P. Giannini: The Banker Who Helped Build Modern America
The former produce merchant from California pioneered the banking industry and financed possibilities both common and distinguished.
|
Walter Camp: Genius of the Gridiron
A perceptive Yale rugby player, who died 100 years ago, formulated the sport of American football.
|
Walter Chrysler: The Man and His Machinery
A self-taught mechanic and son of a Kansas railroader went on to head one of the greatest car manufacturers in America.
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Henry Mancini: Composer Extraordinaire of Film and TV Scores
One hundred years after his birth, the son of an immigrant steel worker endows American culture with a legacy of songs.
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How Wilma Rudolph Surmounted the Considerable Odds Against Her
Thirty years after her death, the track and field star’s legacy still stands out as a symbol of inspiration.
|
Edgar Rice Burroughs: The Creator of Tarzan
The beloved storyteller led readers through the chronicles of one of literature’s memorable characters.
|
Knute Rockne: Father of an American Sporting Tradition
This is the story of one Norwegian immigrant who changed the face of American football.
|
The Fall and Second Act of O. Henry
America’s favorite short story writer found a silver lining during his time in prison.
|
Amedeo Obici: The Life of the ‘Peanut King’
The ‘peanut specialist’ leaves his mark in the American snack industry.
|
Founding Father of the Boy Scouts: Ernest Thompson Seton
A legacy built on a love of nature and the wildlife live on in his contributions to today’s scouting world.
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