Biography & Autobiography - General

An early history of the Allen Family. From their enslaved beginnings in Kentucky and Central Missouri; through the tribulations of the Civil War; their new lives after Emancipation and into the 20th century. Author: Lisa WilliamsISBN-13: 9798330352067Publisher: Lmw BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/25/2024Pages: 72Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.17lbsSize:...

"Life is like a movie except you cannot rewind fast forward or pause...and one day it all ends." A candid memoir of one man's life with Bipolar Disorder and how he has used his struggle as a stepping stone to greater things. Dive into...

What does it take to make it to the NHL when no one drafts you? Can sheer determination and hard work overcome the odds? For Mathieu Olivier, the road to professional hockey was never guaranteed. Coming from an unconventional background as the only player...

After losing his mother and feeling an ever-widening distance from his children, Jack Callahan makes an impulsive decision-he leaves behind his life in Illinois and heads south to Port Isabel, Texas. With only his loyal dog, Cardi, and aloof cat, Millicent, as company, he...

Immanuel Kant is one of the most influential figures in the history of human thought, considered the father of the Enlightenment and the creator of a philosophy that has forever transformed the way we understand reason, morality and knowledge. This tribute book explores his...

The Story of Coca-Cola is an immersive journey into the history of one of the world's most iconic brands. Written by Francis Ford, this comprehensive account traces Coca-Cola's evolution from its humble beginnings as a medicinal tonic in 1886 to its current status as...

For over 40 years, conservative voices have often been marginalized in legacy media. This book chronicles the critical period from January 6, 2021, through the presidential election on November 5, 2024, offering a deeply personal and reflective journey through those transformative years.At its heart...

Discover the future of eco-friendly fish and shrimp farming with Biofloc Technology (BFT). This groundbreaking guide unlocks the science, strategies, and innovations behind BFT, empowering aquaculturists to: Boost Productivity: Achieve higher yields with reduced feed costs through microbial protein recycling. Protect Ecosystems: Minimize water...

Never Give Up by Bernard Scott Thompson is an inspiring memoir that shares the author's journey from a meager upbringing on a small farm in Northern Michigan to a fulfilling life filled with adventure and success. Through heartfelt storytelling, Bernard reveals his struggles with...

Growing up a first-generation born American to Sierra Leonean parents, Dr. Adama Kalokoh faced many challenges trying to assimilate into traditional American culture. Crown of Victory shares the compelling story of how she overcame obstacles that once prevented her from loving herself to the...

Thomas Colclasure sat down with his grandfather, Henry Raymond "Ray" Colclasure in the summer of 1998 to begin chronicling his grandfather's WWII experiences as a member of the elite 82nd Airborne Division. Ray unexpectedly died of heart failure in November of that year, and...

"Embark on a compelling and daring journey to the early days of Australia with George Barrington in 'A Voyage to Botany Bay.' Penned in the late 18th century, this literary work offers readers a captivating firsthand account of Barrington's experiences as he voyages to...

A fascinating reflection on family, identity, and belonging. As someone who has studied history for much of my life, I have found the past fascinating. But it has always been some grand and even intimidating universe that I wanted to unpick and explain to...

Five Amber Beads is the story of two men whose lives are woven together as they seek to discover the truth about their pasts. Charley Bernstein works in the London art world and is tracing a family history erased by the Holocaust. In his...

The Story of My Experiments With Truth is an eternal narrative that remains a legacy for ages to come. It is an autobiography of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, popularly known as 'Mahatma Gandhi' or 'Bapu' which covers all aspects of his life. It contains Gandhi's...

Have you ever thought how it would be if you were born yesterday, at the time of monarchs and nobles, when people s ordinary wardrobe consists of extra ordinary materials and fabulous frills? Have you ever wished you were born same time, met a...

Dart nun, bei den Heiden, bei diesen wirkiich vorbild- haften Menschen erscheint uns das Interesse fiir die Person, fiir den Namen, fiir Gesicht und Gebiirde er- iaubt und natiiriich. H. Hesse, "Das Giasperienspiel" In 1979 the world celebrates the centenary of Albert Einstein's birth....

LeBron James is unquestionably one of the biggest names in basketball history, but it's his actions off the court that make him a true superstar. In this captivating biography, readers learn how James uses his position as a respected athlete to encourage and uplift...

Dwight Baltimore's riveting tale brings readers along for the ride as he looks back fondly on his memories of the motorcycles he's owned, how he came to love them and many of the places his bikes have taken him over the years.Short yet gripping!...

Without apparent rhyme or reason, a young black army corporal is assigned the somber task of escorting the body of a fellow African-American soldier to Chicago, Illinois. Stationed in San Antonio, Texas (specifically, Fort Sam Houston), the corporal neither knows the deceased soldier, and...

Hello everyone, my name is Benjamin Holland, a.k.a. Dr. B.Can you imagine a little black boy who was tortured by his mother? He and his sister... Can you imagine a little black boy who didn't know how to read or write because his family...

Lawrence Wood "Chip" Robert, Jr. was a hero who left behind countless legacies. He lived by values and high ethical standards as relevant in the present as they were in the past.After sailing through Georgia Tech, Chip began his professional career as an engineer....

Wisdom G.I.F.T.S. 2: Embracing The Lessons, Celebrating The Journey, And Living The Legacy is an inspiring collection of transformative stories, reflections, and wisdom shared by actress, comedian, and transformational leader Kim Coles alongside 18 extraordinary contributing authors.Life is a journey filled with lessons, challenges,...

At the end of the ninth century AD, a large part of what is now England was controlled by the Vikings - heathen warriors from Scandinavia who had been attacking the British Isles for more than a hundred years. Alfred the Great, king of...

"A welcome reprint, introducing us to one of the great men of God of 19th century Scotland. Best known as the biographer of M'Cheyne, Bonar's own life and ministry, bathed in prayer and blessed with recurring revivals, deserve to be known in their own...

Many years have passed since the author experienced the happenings of this book, yet the feelings remain vivid [and can serve to remind the introspective that life's precious days can be filled with forward, constructive progress or with repetitions of poor choices. It was...

This story is about the adventures and work of dancer Carole Darg from Finchley and it is a true story about her life as a show dancer in 1957 until 1963 with the Bluebell dancers at the Lido and Moulin Rouge in Paris and...

In this entertaining autobiography, Smith chronicles memories encountered during "the traveling." He did the traveling during the night when he slept or during the day when he napped, venturing out and back. Along the way he encountered memories of particular events or thoughts. The...

Jennifer Kuhns describes her world as a quadriplegic, and her determination to do anything she chooses to do, in spite of her physical limitations. Among other accomplishments, Jennifer has a Masters degree and has published 9 books which she has written. This book is...

This book presents Ahmadu Bamba as one of the pioneers of decolonization and non-violence in West Africa to examine his legacy as a man of unshakable faith, a humanist, a socio-cultural reformer, and a key agent in the decolonization of minds and spaces.Author: Cheikh...

The law describes author Kate Moore as a dog thief. She's stolen more than three hundred and fifty dogs throughout a period of five years. It's possible she's stolen more dogs than anyone else in Canada and possibly North America. But she doesn't think...

The year is 1995, a few years after the fall of the Berlin Wall. This has led to a whole new way of life in former Soviet satellite countries like Slovakia. Mike Fox was privileged to accompany a group of students, who went out...

This book identifies the core competencies shared by expert therapists and helps clinicians--especially those providing brief dynamic/interpersonal therapy--to develop and apply them in their own work. Rather than being a cookbook of particular techniques, the book richly describes therapists' mental processes and moment-to-moment actions...

If Jesus had lived to my age (90 years) I think he might have written his autobiography. Unfortunately, however, he was killed by those he had come to save. Fortunately four of his disciples wrote up the story of his life, and gave us...

Jolene's life while growing up was one of abuse and torment. She never felt she belonged. To her, she always felt there was something missing in her life even as a small child. After hours of conversations with Jolene, I have come to the...

From the moment she came into the world, this little girl was at the mercy of her cruel and often merciless father, raping her from as early as she can remember then belting her into submission so she wouldn't tell her mother. This story...

"All my life, I've had a love for control. In order to have control, I needed money. It started out from something as simple as an allowance. If it wasn't given to me, I found a way to get it. Hell, I was filling...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: William PillingISBN-10: 1500301329ISBN-13: 9781500301323Publisher: Createspace Independent...

Author: Tyra GarlingtonISBN-10: 1493150553ISBN-13: 9781493150557Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/07/2014Pages: 226Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.52d

I Can't Believe I Did It is a collection of humorous and often surprising stories written by Grace Lester about her adventures. She flees from a bear, swims with sharks, sees an atom bomb go off, and witnesses the 1957 F5 tornado that decimates...

If you take faith to the next level and embrace the power of the Holy Spirit, you will be on your way to making miracles happen. This follow-up book to Annie McGuire's autobiographical account of surviving hardships and trials through the power of faith...

Author: Richard W. SmithISBN-10: 1479702897ISBN-13: 9781479702893Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/05/2014Pages: 328Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.06lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73dReview Citation(s): Foreword 01/05/2016

Author: Harold OlinISBN-10: 1456863452ISBN-13: 9781456863456Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/24/2011Pages: 174Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d

Author: Eleanor M. NewbyISBN-10: 1456836501ISBN-13: 9781456836504Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/13/2011Pages: 78Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.19d

This book has been in the making for over a decade, perhaps a lifetime. My reasons for writing about our family history are: to learn more about my ancestors, their beliefs, values, struggles, and accomplishments: and to learn about the resilience carried through the...

Oscar Schuchart's life and work span some of the most interesting decades and experiences in American history. In this memoir, Schuchart describes with humor and candor his childhood in San Antonio, college days at Texas A&M, service in the Army Air Corps, career as...

Author: Dale W. RogersISBN-10: 1453513272ISBN-13: 9781453513279Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/08/2010Pages: 104Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.69lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d

Author: Karl J. LandeszISBN-10: 1450027164ISBN-13: 9781450027168Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/08/2010Pages: 302Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.32lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d

From Dixieland to Frisco Bay is a must read for those who yearn for a simpler time. Rufus Franklin Stephenson's honest and colorful account of his life growing up on a sharecrop cotton farm in the South, and his later career as a railroader,...

A woman born on Friday the 13th struggles with a string of bad luck and tragedy before finding a way to live with her fate.Author: Isobel Boyle, Geoffrey Auckland, Peggy MurrayISBN-10: 1440453403ISBN-13: 9781440453403Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/12/2008Pages: 202Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 9.02h x...