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(4) YA People to Know series. Keller, famous for her triumph over disability and her philanthropic work, and two-time Oscar winner Hanks are the subjects of these adequate biographies. The books trace professional achievements, although their personal lives are described in either a rushed fashion (Keller) or superficially (Hanks). Still, the volumes, illustrated with standard black-and-white photos, will be sufficient for those researching school reports. Time lines are included. Bib., ind.

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