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
The First Indianapolis 500 and the Man Who Invented the Rearview Mirror
In addition to being a top driver, Ray Harroun was an engineering visionary whose innovations shaped the worlds of motorsports and the automotive industry.
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The Storied Saga of Smokey Bear
A badly burned cub, rescued from a New Mexico fire, became a symbol of safety and prevention and one of the country’s most endearing advertising images.
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Gene Sarazen: The Life of ‘The Squire’
An immigrant’s son taught himself the game of golf to become one of the sport’s most colorful, dynamic personalities.
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The Life and Photography of William Henry Jackson
A photographer’s vast, breathtaking body of work provided countless Americans with their first peek at their country’s wildest boundaries.
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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.
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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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The First Indianapolis 500 and the Man Who Invented the Rearview Mirror
In addition to being a top driver, Ray Harroun was an engineering visionary whose innovations shaped the worlds of motorsports and the automotive industry.
|
The Storied Saga of Smokey Bear
A badly burned cub, rescued from a New Mexico fire, became a symbol of safety and prevention and one of the country’s most endearing advertising images.
|
Gene Sarazen: The Life of ‘The Squire’
An immigrant’s son taught himself the game of golf to become one of the sport’s most colorful, dynamic personalities.
|
The Life and Photography of William Henry Jackson
A photographer’s vast, breathtaking body of work provided countless Americans with their first peek at their country’s wildest boundaries.
|
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.
|
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.
|
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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