Who Was? Series

Explore short biographies of historical figures including presidents, scientists, activists, artists and more!

Read Amazing Stories About Real People and Places With the Who HQ Series

All Books in Who Was? Series

Get to know fascinating historical figures, legendary athletes, scientists and innovators, artists, activists and more. Shop all the Who Was? books at Barnes & Noble. The Who Was? book series is a variety of short biographies that tell incredible stories about influential people in our society. These books are a great way for 8- to 12-year-olds to learn about important figures in a fun way.

10 Who Was? Books That Are Fun to Read

Who Was Nicola Tesla? by Jim GigliottiWho Was Ben Franklin? by Dennis FradinWho Was Pablo Picasso? by True KelleyWho Was Jackie Robinson? by Gail HermanWho Was Neil Armstrong? by Roberta EdwardsWho Was Ruth Badar Ginsburg? by Patricia Brennan DemuthWho Was Betsy Ross? by James Buckley Jr.Who Were the Beatles? by Geoff EdgersWho Was Blackbeard? by James BuckleyWho Was Frida Kahlo? by Sarah Fabiny