Biography & Autobiography - General

Author: Calvin WootenISBN-10: 1434357104ISBN-13: 9781434357106Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/04/2008Pages: 148Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d

Lurleen Burns Wallace: The Power of the First Lady Governor introduces the political landscape of Alabama politics through the 1960s. It recognizes the limited role women played in state politics and establishes the historical climate and tenuous politics through which Lurleen would later overcome...

The Recollections Of A Virginia Newspaper Man is a memoir written by Herbert T. Ezekiel. The book is an account of his life and career as a journalist in Virginia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Ezekiel was a prominent figure in...

I was born in July of 1925. During my "growing up" days a popular expression for some one who looked like they had been very sick was, "You look like you have one foot in the grave!" Of course this was a metaphor back...

Allegiance to God and Corps is a memoir that explores the life experiences of Hafiz Naim Ali Camp, a US Marine who converted to Islam when he was a staff sergeant in 1994. He shares sixteen years of experiences, both positive and negative, as...

The Koppel family dates back to Hamburg, Germany more than 250 years ago. Indeed, that far back, the neighboring cities of Hamburg and Altona were still under Danish rule. More recently, the immediate Koppel family dates back to the Grandfather Koppel, born in 1849...

Alphonsine, a happily married woman living a secure and affluent life in the sophisticated city of Montreal has her life change dramatically when her husband's business suffers a severe blow. Her husband's decision to move his familly to the American frontier results in consequences...

From the runway of the southern beauty pageant to the runway of a commercial airline--Rosemary travels the runways of her life in search of The Truth, her Truth. What she goes through to find it, well, trust me, you've never gone this far with...

""Joseph Addison and His Time"" is a biography written by Charles J. Finger that explores the life and times of the famous English essayist, poet, and politician, Joseph Addison. The book delves into Addison's early years, his education at Oxford, and his rise to...

Sharman, an attractive and vivacious lady met and eventually married a wealthy, older, Jewish businessman who had an obsession for other women. To her shock and horror, after just two months of marriage a seemingly innocent phone call rocks her world when it revealed...

Have you ever wondered what babies and toddlers might be able to discern about events going on around them? Have you ever worried that something you did in the presence of a small child may be remembered by him or her? Do you assume...

This is an account of an airman assigned a duty beyond imagination. The reason I found myself in Saddam HusseinAuthor: Robert MaggsISBN-10: 1420826379ISBN-13: 9781420826371Publisher: Authorhouse UKLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/17/2005Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.94lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d

The stories, beginning over 100 years ago, when Sokolka, Poland, my father escaped via and underground route, from his forced conscription into the Czar's Russian Army. The stories continue through the ensuing decades after he immigrated to America. The anecdotes describe how the family...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Humphry DavyISBN-10: 1408644037ISBN-13: 9781408644034Publisher: Fork....

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

I AM A COMBAT VETERAN SUFFERING FROM LUBAG. IT'S AN INHERITED X-LINKED DISORDERAuthor: Glenn AngelesISBN-10: 1329750365ISBN-13: 9781329750364Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/10/2015Pages: 126Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.72lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.33d

Masonic Roll Call is a book written by John W. Barry that delves into the history and significance of Freemasonry. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and teachings of the Masonic fraternity, including its rituals, symbols, and beliefs. The book also...

A Flying Trip Around The World: In Seven Stages is a travelogue written by Elizabeth Bisland and first published in 1891. The book chronicles Bisland's journey around the world, which she completed in just over 76 days. Bisland's trip began in New York City...

T. Rowe Price, the Sage of Baltimore In 1937, Thomas Rowe Price, Jr. founded an investment company in Baltimore that would become one of the most successful in the world. Today, The T. Rowe Price Group manages over one trillion dollars and services clients...

When the Countess of Blessington (1789-1849) met the poet Lord Byron (1788-1824) in Genoa in 1823 she noted that 'the impression of the first few minutes disappointed me'. Despite this precarious start, they struck up a friendship and met nearly every day for two...

Radovan Karadzic, leader of the Bosnian Serb nationalists during the Bosnian War (1992-1995), stands accused of genocide and other crimes of war before the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia in The Hague. This book traces the origins of the extreme violence of...

How I went through life and figured things out dealing with schizophrenia. Understanding my experience with schizophrenia could help your life as well as give you knowledge and understanding of what we can each accomplish. I'm just a person like anyone else, living in...

An evocative debut novel of historical fiction, set in the heart of Ukraine, and ultimately spanning to the frozen reaches of Siberia.Our story begins 1904 with Dunia, a nine year old girl growing up in the idyllic village of Kobeliaky, Ukraine, where her family...

Embark on a captivating journey through the eyes of a foreign student as he navigates the rapidly evolving cultural landscape of the United States in the 1960s. These deeply personal memoirs offer a unique perspective on a nation in the midst of a profound...

Elizabeth's tale begins in the colonial embrace of British India, 1936, where she was cradled in privilege and steeped in Christian tradition. At nineteen, she veered from the path expected of her, embarking on a bohemian chapter that defied her upbringing. Yet, the winds...

Alexandre Dumas was a French writer. His works have been translated into many languages, and he is one of the most widely read French authors. Many of his historical novels of high adventure were originally published as serials, including The Count of Monte Cristo,...

Experience early 20th century Mexico through the engaging personal narrative of Charles Macomb Flandrau in "Viva Mexico!". This captivating travelogue offers a unique window into Mexican culture during a period of significant change and transformation. Flandrau's insightful observations and vivid descriptions bring the landscapes...

A poignant tribute to a life and a legacy, "Elegy in Autumn: In memory of Frank Dempster Sherman" is a moving collection of memorial verse by Clinton Scollard. This carefully republished edition offers readers a glimpse into the American poetry scene of the early...

Delve into the intimate world of Jane Austen through "The Letters of Jane Austen," a carefully curated selection of correspondence from the beloved author's personal life. Drawn from the compilation of her great nephew, Edward, Lord Bradbourne, these letters offer a unique glimpse into...

Step back into the heart of ancient Rome with "Letters of Marcus Tullius Cicero." This collection offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the life and times of one of Rome's most influential figures. Through Cicero's personal correspondence, readers gain unparalleled access to the...

"Letters from Egypt" offers a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Egypt through the eyes of Lucie Duff Gordon. More than a simple travelogue, this collection of correspondence provides a rich tapestry of social life and customs as observed by an insightful and engaging writer. Journey...

This comprehensive reference work provides a detailed list of all the religious institutions in England, Wales, and Ireland that were seized, alienated, or confiscated during the turbulent period of the Protestant Reformation. With meticulous attention to detail and a wealth of historical research, this...

This book is a collection of memoirs, correspondence, and manuscripts of General Lafayette, one of the most important figures in the American Revolution. It covers his experiences during the war, as well as his later career as a statesman. The book offers a unique...

In this book, the author provides a critical examination of American military history, separating fact from fiction and dispelling many myths and misconceptions. Drawing on his own experience as a military leader, Wood provides a fresh perspective on the successes and failures of the...

This book recounts the ill-fated Franklin Expedition and the subsequent search for the lost crew, led by explorer Francis Leopold M'clintock. It includes M'clintock's own account of his voyage on the ship Fox, which led to the discovery of Franklin's fate and the Arctic's...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The Shelf2Life WWI Memoirs Collection is an engaging set of pre-1923 materials that describe life during the Great War through memoirs, letters and diaries. Poignant personal narratives from soldiers, doctors and nurses on the front lines to munitions workers and land girls on the...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...