Biography & Autobiography - Educators

Jonathan Jansen goes back to school: to the Cape Flats high school next door to where he grew up.After learning that the school got the worst matric results in the Western Cape in 2023, Jansen signed up to help out. He spent two years...

Launched in 1977 on less computing power than a modern car key, voyager 1 was only built to last four years. Instead, it executed the legendary "grand tour" of the outer planets, defied the absolute zero cold of deep space, and shattered cosmic boundaries...

In 1981, I woke from a coma, looked at my right hand, and was given one simple instruction: make a fist. I've been making one ever since.Mark Lilly's life has been a series of starting-overs most people wouldn't survive once: a catastrophic accident at...

"A Dominie Abroad" follows the unconventional educator A. S. Neill as he takes his radical pedagogical ideas beyond the borders of Britain. Written with his characteristic wit and skepticism toward traditional schooling, this memoir captures Neill's experiences traveling through Europe and his time working...

Companion to I Didn't Mean to Solve Consciousness. Born in eviction court, where Joel Ford went on record about something worthy of full litigation. First Testify(TM) - his 5-module civilian legal framework - teaches you to speak first and seal your truth. Woven throughout:...

Sustainability is a concept that has gained significant traction in recent years as we grapple with the challenges of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation.At its core, sustainability refers to meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations...

This book is dedicated to ordinary people who, in their own ways, contribute to social work on an individual level. These individuals devote their time and perform their duties honestly and with integrity in various fields, engaging in activities that aim to improve society...

A woman ahead of her time, the remarkable Dr. Annie Dove Denmark dedicated her life to higher education and the youth of her day. As the first female college president of both Anderson College and in the state of South Carolina, Dr. Denmark faced...

Have you ever wondered about the Life of your favourite teacher? What did he really think? What inspired him? Who was he really? Mervyn Pryer began teaching in 1939 at age 19. He taught in NSW Small Schools for 41 years. Of all the...

A memoir of a first year career and technology teacher.Author: Sara RastokaISBN-13: 9798189797385Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/30/2026Pages: 108Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.31lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.27d

Who am I? What is my real name? These are just two of the multiple, penetrating questions with profound implications shrouded in silence.Is contentment possible? Does one truly forgive? Is hope the key? How important are wise choices within the darkness of poverty and...

World Enough and Time explores the way primary people and places influence our lives. The author also reflects on writing, aging, belief, doubts, regrets, and satisfactions.In a series of personal essays, World Enough and Time explores the way primary people and places influence our...

World Enough and Time explores the way primary people and places influence our lives. The author also reflects on writing, aging, belief, doubts, regrets, and satisfactions.In a series of personal essays, World Enough and Time explores the way primary people and places influence our...

This book is a deeply personal reflection on faith, history, and intellectual pursuit. Rooted in political philosophy, this memoir weaves together personal experiences, theological insights, and reflections on American ideals, offering readers a profound and thought-provoking journey through the author's life and scholarship.Author: Richard...

We invite you to visit the amazing city of Prague with us. Imagine this little book as your personal guide to Prague, written by Prague-born Jaroslav [Jarda] Tusek and his wife, American-born Sara.We hope to provide fresh insights and intriguing suggestions for the millions...

Long before debates over educational equity dominated the national conversation, Black communities across the American South were quietly and subversively building their own institutions. In A Born Teacher: The Making of a Black Community School in Texas, Avis A. Mullen and acclaimed writer Kirsten...

Initially immersing readers in the life of a closeknit, largely Italian family in an ethnic neighborhood in the cultural and historical milieu of the city of Providence in the 1960s, Providential becomes the story of an intellectual, vocational, and spiritual journey, and of an...

What happens when her scars begin to speak? Born in Pakistan and cast adrift in Canada's immigration system after seventeen years of building a life there, Dr. Shumaila Hemani embarks on an odyssey of wounds-through music, memory, and the enduring search for belonging. As...

From his humble beginnings to his emergence as a pivotal figure in reshaping society, The Library Man of India unveils P.N. Panicker's story against the backdrop of a changing India. Battling the oppressive caste system and advocating for education and literacy, Panicker's vision for...

Write to learn, read to evolve. Born into a clan of transitional characters, dyed-in-the-wool interculturalist Johannes Chudoba invites readers to recognize the life lessons of the pre- and postwar generations. Following a frenzy of high-intensity challenges in conflict and transition countries for three decades,...

With so much information flooding the internet these days, it's often difficult for aspiring writers to know where to start and what advice they should take. Falling victim to this madness, I began writing a blog on Substack where I shared my own experiences...

For five decades, Steve Wright made dedicated academic and applied contributions exposing the military-industrial complex and global intelligence apparatus, with his activities also exploring and expanding the broader field of peace and nonviolence. Steve was an exemplary teacher, inspiring and illuminating his students, colleagues...

This gripping autobiography of Indian author H L Agnihotri can play lighthouse as well as the Pole Star for those ships wavering and struggling to reach shore in the uprising seas of life.His is an interesting life journey and an incredible but true-life narrative...

A comprehensive biography of a dedicated civil rights activist and distinguished South CarolinianCivil rights activist, writer, theologian, preacher, and educator, Benjamin Elijah Mays (1894-1984) was one of the most distinguished South Carolinians of the twentieth century. He influenced the lives of generations of students...

The Autobiography of Friedrich Froebel is a memoir written by the German educator Friedrich Froebel. The book provides a detailed account of Froebel's life, from his childhood in a small village in Thuringia to his founding of the first kindergarten in 1837. Froebel's educational...

The Life of Richard Porson is a biographical book written by J.S. Watson that chronicles the life of Richard Porson, a renowned professor of Greek at the University of Cambridge from 1792 to 1808. The book provides a detailed account of Porson's life, from...

Harvard Reminiscences is a memoir written by Andrew P. Peabody, a prominent American educator and Unitarian minister. The book provides a personal account of Peabody's experiences as a student and professor at Harvard University, one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Peabody's...

A biography of Isaac Anderson, the founder of Maryville College in Tennessee. Samuel Tyndale Wilson traces Anderson's life and career, from his childhood in rural Pennsylvania to his role in establishing one of the first colleges for women in the South. This book offers...

This memoir is a fascinating portrait of Richard Busby, a renowned English schoolmaster who served as headmaster of Westminster School for over 50 years. Authored by G. Russell Barker, the work draws upon Busby's own papers and those of his contemporaries, shedding new light...

A comprehensive tribute to the life and works of Abraham Coles, an American educator, physician and author. This collection includes biographical information, memorial tributes, and a selection of Coles' writings. Many of these works have not been previously published.This work has been selected by...

This biography of Sir Joshua Fitch, a prominent 19th-century educator, traces his life and work in the context of the social and intellectual developments of his time. With thorough research and insightful analysis, this book sheds light on the history of education and the...

A firsthand account of the experiences of a teacher who came to New York City to teach and found herself immersed in the cultural and social world of the city. The book offers a unique perspective on life in the city during this time...

Published in 1844, this biography of Thomas Arnold, one of the most influential educators of the 19th century, provides a fascinating insight into the man behind the legend. Written by Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, a close friend and contemporary of Arnold, it remains a classic...

This book is a collection of memories and anecdotes from the life of a beloved schoolmaster. James Potter Conover shares his experiences, insights, and lessons learned over his long career as an educator. From his early days as a rookie teacher to the challenges...

Turner's memoir provides a firsthand account of the author's fifty-year career as a schoolteacher in rural America. He describes the challenges and rewards of teaching, as well as the changing educational landscape of the nineteenth century. The book includes anecdotes and observations on the...

This biography illuminates the life of Susan J.C. Downs, a woman who overcame immense hardship to achieve remarkable success in the field of education. From her early years as a student in Troy, New York, to her eventual position as principal of the Troy...

In this illuminating biography, Douglass Sherley tells the story of George Tucker, a professor of moral philosophy at the University of Virginia in the mid-19th century. Tucker was a leading intellectual of his time, and his ideas had a profound influence on the students...

Written by a Princeton professor in 1942, this book profiles eighteen prominent alumni of the university, including Woodrow Wilson, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and John Foster Dulles. Thorp explores the various paths these individuals took in life, highlighting the impact of their Princeton education. This...

Prior to his death in 1985, Cratis Williams was a leading scholar of and spokesperson for Appalachian life and literature and a pioneer of the Appalachian studies movement. Williams was born in a log cabin on Caines Creek, Lawrence County, Kentucky, in 1911. To...

Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Teachers is a book written by Fra Elbert Hubbard. It is a collection of biographical essays that explore the lives of some of the most influential teachers in history. The book takes the reader on a...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Exploring in caves fraught with unexpected dangers...rappelling off a steep cliff without any experience...and braving numerous other calamities which he counts toward his 9-lives, here is Dave Huling's tale of adventures in his youth, then in middle age and lastly as an adult.But more...

The History, Culture and Archaeology in Time's in Gentle Weave - Festschrift for Prof. Patit Paban Mishra comprised 32 articles contributed by eminent scholars from different countries of the world. The articles contributed by the scholars contain different fields of research pertaining to History,...

An Honest Guide to Conquering Burnout and Inspiring the UninspiredIf you're an educator, you already know the job can feel impossible. The students are distracted, parents are demanding, bureaucracy is exhausting, and somewhere along the way, the calling that once lit you up may...

What does it mean to grow from ignorance to wisdom? Is it simply gaining knowledge - or is it surviving life's lessons? In Ignorant, Stupid, Smart and Wise, the author takes readers on his journey through childhood marked by poverty, mischief, adversity, and unexpected...

Things can't change until you understand the problem.Amy Paulson and her husband, Joshua, thought their struggle to have the children they desperately wanted was the most difficult challenge their marriage would face.They had no idea how wrong they were.Raising a family was easy compared...

Things can't change until you understand the problem.Amy Paulson and her husband, Joshua, thought their struggle to have the children they desperately wanted was the most difficult challenge their marriage would face.They had no idea how wrong they were.Raising a family was easy compared...

Exploring in caves fraught with unexpected dangers...rappelling off a steep cliff without any experience...and braving numerous other calamities which he counts toward his 9-lives, here is Dave Huling's tale of adventures in his youth, then in middle age and lastly as an adult.But more...

Introduction My 36+ years of working with individuals living with substance use and behavioral addictions are winding to a close. Many people have said to me that I need to write a memoir to tell of my journey into this most difficult of professions...

SATS, CATS, ALPS, AFL, ALS, APP, ECM, EBD, EYDP, FFT, G&T IEP, VLE, INSET, SEAL, SENCO, PLASC, RAISEonline, SA, SA+, SMT, SLT.No, this isn't some bizarre attempt at creating a new lexicon, but just a handful of the hundreds of acronyms that have infested...