John Carmack
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A biography of the head programmer and owner of id Software John Carmack is presented. He is a pioneer of interactive computer games and his programs have been used for military training. id Software is involved in a $130 lawsuit following shootings at a school in West Paducah, KY.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2000
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Jenny Shipley
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A biography of the leader of New Zealand's National Party, Jenny Shipley, is presented. In 1997 she became the prime minister of New Zealand and was the first woman to hold this post. During her time in office welfare payments were cut leading to large demonstrations against her.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2000
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Backstreet Boys
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A biography of one of the most successful male pop groups of 2000, the Backstreet Boys, is presented. The group formed in 1993 and their debut album was number 1 for two years, selling over 29 million copies. Critics have praised their vocal harmonies.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2000
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