Annotation Each volume in this series presents original scholarly biographies of notable Americans. Articles range from 1,000 to 6,000 words, contain a photo of the individual, and provide a concise summary of achievements. Also detailed wherever possible are: family members; educational background; names of spouses and marriage and divorce dates; addresses of residences; and cause of death and place of burial. The new Volume 6 includes biographies of approximately 350 prominent Americans who died between 2000-2002, including Ted Williams, Walter Matthau, Gwendolyn Brooks, Tito Puente and Katharine Graham. Each volume contains cumulative occupation and birthplace indexes.