Grade 2-5–This clearly written, interesting biography begins with Powell's childhood in the Bronx and focuses on the man's distinguished career in the military and in government, with additional information about how he was affected by discrimination and segregation. Sidebars about the civil rights movement, Vietnam War protests, and Iraq expand the text. Black-and-white and color photos are included. The book ends with praise for how Powell "served his country by working to get the aid and support of other nations" in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. His resignation at the end of 2004 from his position as Secretary of State is not mentioned, nor is any opposition to the war.–Heather Ver Voort, Washington West Elementary, Olean, NY Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc.
