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
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.
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.
Henry Bergh: Humane Crusader for Animals
The legacy of one man’s fight to spare animals from human cruelty endures to this day.
Alice Ramsey’s Grand 1909 Auto Adventure
A look back at a female trailblazer is a reminder of how far America’s auto industry and infrastructure have come—and how intrepid travelers once were.
