Andrew Santella

Draws on the stories of history's most notable habitual postponers and on the insights of psychologists, philosophers, and behavioral economists to explain why procrastination happens and how it can help promote healthy priorities. "In the tradition of cultural historians like Sarah Vowell and Jim Holt comes a galvanizing meditation on the perils and pleasures of procrastination. While others are busy leaning in, crushing it, and trying to work smarter,...

Briefly describes the life and accomplishments of Orville and Wilbur Wright, aviation pioneers. Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The primary narrative focuses on the childhood, education, motivations, and achievements of a key American figure, while special sidebars introduce related topics....

A biography of Rutherford Hayes, the nineteenth president of the United States. Discusses his personal life, education, and political career.

A biography of Jimmy Carter, the thirty-ninth president of the United States. Discusses his personal life, education, and political career.

Presents an account of Cartier's life and explorations and examines their impact on history and the world.

A biography of Chester A. Arthur, the twenty-first president of the United States. Discusses his personal life, education, and political career.

A biography of the thirteenth President of the United States, discussing his personal life, education, and political career.

Describes the Hopi way of life, including their villages, families, farms, and reaction to the white settlers.

A biography of Gerald Ford, the thirty-eighth president of the United States. Discusses his personal life, education, and political career.