Biography & Autobiography - General

Memoirs of Race, Color, and Belonging provides a fresh look at the complex dialogue of race and identity in memoir, examining three generations of biracial African Americans' experiences in their autobiographies. Exploring writers from James McBride and Shirlee Taylor Haizlip to Barack Obama, Toi...

Engaging Donna Haraway: Lives in the Natureculture Web explores the impact of major theorist, Donna Haraway, in such diverse areas as feminisms, Marxism, new materialism, science studies, posthumanism, animal studies, ecocriticism, digital media, and life narrative. The book shows how Haraway's decades-long career as...

This book is a biographical history of Rottnest Island, a small carceral island offshore from Western Australia. Rottnest is also known as Wadjemup, or "the place across the water where the spirits are", by Noongar, the Indigenous people of south-western Australia. Through a series...

This book employs a global history approach to John Wesley's (1703-1791) political and social tracts. It stresses the personal element in Wesley's political thought, focusing on the twin themes of 'liberty and loyalty'. Wesley's political writings reflect on the impact of global conflicts on...

Afropean Female Selves: Migration and Language in the Life Writing of Fatou Diome and Igiaba Scego examines the corpus of writing of two contemporary female authors. Both writers are of African descent, live in Europe and write about lives across Europe and Africa in...

John Maynard Keynes died in 1946 but his ideas and his example remain relevant today. In this distinctive new account, Peter Clarke shows how Keynes's own career was not simply that of an academic economist, nor that of a modern policy advisor. Though rightly...

THIS IS THE STORY OF THE MOTHER AND MENTOR OF MEGASTAR PATRICK SWAYZE! The book honors and celebrates Patsy Swayze. There are twenty-nine fascinating interviews of students, colleagues, and friends; including Broadway, ballet, television, movie, and dance performers. Their stories showcase her role as...

A drama of four acts: one night with Dylan Thomas in Greenwich Village, New YorkOctober, 1953. Dylan Thomas, unwell and harassed by personal problems, is on his fourth and fatal visit to America, organised by John Malcolm Brinnin, Director at the YM & YWHA...

Curious, ruminative, and wry, this literary autobiography tours what Rachel Kushner called "the strange remove that is the life of the writer." Frank's essays cover a vast spectrum--from handling dismissive advice, facing the dilemma of thwarted ambition, and copying the generosity that inspires us,...

At the time of her death in 2004, Lucia Berlin was known as a brilliant writer of short stories, beloved by other writers but never achieving wide readership or acclaim. That changed in 2015 with the publication of A Manual for Cleaning Women, a...

In the late eighteenth century, the vast, pristine land that lay west of the Mississippi River remained largely unknown to the outside world. The area beckoned to daring frontiersmen who produced the first major industry of the American West--the colorful but challenging, often dangerous...

A bouncing picture book biography of the tap dancer behind the Happy Feet penguin, illustrated by the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Winner of Hidden Figures. This is a story about tap dancing, a distinctly American art form that blended English-Scottish-Irish clog dancing with...

The Rincon Mountains east of Tucson are a small and seemingly undistinguished range; rounded and arid, they are more a site for foothill walks than serious exploring. Yet, upon close inspection, these unassuming mountains disclose many wonders and curiosities, as Janice Emily Bowers discovered...

World of Our Mothers captures the largely forgotten history of courage and heartbreak of forty-five women who immigrated to the United States during the era of the 1910 Mexican Revolution. The book reveals how these women in the early twentieth century reconciled their lives...

World of Our Mothers captures the largely forgotten history of courage and heartbreak of forty-five women who immigrated to the United States during the era of the 1910 Mexican Revolution. The book reveals how these women in the early twentieth century reconciled their lives...

Elizabeth Smith, a learned British woman born in the momentous year 1776, gained transnational fame posthumously for her extensive intellectual accomplishments, which encompassed astronomy, botany, history, poetry, and language studies. As she navigated her place in the world, Smith made a self-conscious decision to...

Elizabeth Smith, a learned British woman born in the momentous year 1776, gained transnational fame posthumously for her extensive intellectual accomplishments, which encompassed astronomy, botany, history, poetry, and language studies. As she navigated her place in the world, Smith made a self-conscious decision to...

The "American century" began with the Spanish-American War. In that conflict's aftermath, the United States claimed the Philippines in its bid for world power. Before the ink on the treaty with Spain had dried, the war in the Philippines turned into a violent rebellion....

Had Lieutenant George S. Patton not served on the southern border during the Mexican Expedition of 1916, there might never have been a General George S. Patton who took the world by storm as a bold and daring commander during World War II. Relying...

Advancing the cause of racial equality while saving lives Of some twelve thousand Union Civil War surgeons, only fourteen were Black men. This book is the first-ever comprehensive exploration of their lives and service. Jill L. Newmark's outstanding research uncovers stories hidden for more...

In this revised and updated edition of Pope Benedict XVI, Thomas Rausch, SJ, examines and critically assesses the pope's extensive contribution to theology. So much has happened since the first edition was published, including the role of the laity, the liturgy, the sexual-abuse scandals,...

Peggy Lee holds a special place in the history of American popular and jazz music. From her birth on May 26, 1920, to her final recording on August 26, 1995, to the New Yorker's obituary from February of 2002, this chronological record covers every...

The prophetic movements in church history and in contemporary life are fed by two mighty streams: the prophet, whose revelation is primarily verbal, and the seer, whose revelation is more visionary in nature. While the role of the prophet is familiar, less is known...

In this exquisitely produced book, experience the extraordinary life and career of the original "shock rocker" through 75 key releases and events. Pythons, guillotines, stage blood...Alice Cooper is widely considered the godfather of shock rock thanks to his inventive concoction of vaudeville, horror film...

The Dawn of Hope is a book about the power of hope, and how learning and practising self-compassion, self-forgiveness and acceptance can transform our entire experience of life.Author: Lisa WinnekeISBN-10: 0646955489ISBN-13: 9780646955483Publisher: Good News GuideLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/31/2017Pages: 192Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.53lbsSize: 8.25h x 5.50w x...

The saga of a pioneer convict family from the early days of Australian colonial settlement up until the present day. Sarah Everingham, eldest daughter of Matthew James Everingham, convict of the First Fleet, and Elizabeth Rymes, convict of the Second Fleet, married ex-convict Richard...

My name is Alicia de Haas and I am very happy to invite you into this little book about my life so far. I am especially excited that my book will be available for my dear family and friends. However, I really want to...

RICK OWENSRick Owens is the unlikely American Fashion Designer; far from the Ralph Lauren's of the world, who's classic sportswear has come to define the wholesome American dream; Owens' vision rather, offers an introspective insight into the darker elements of nature and of man...

A picture-book biography of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the woman who invented rock and roll--a warm, inspiring tale of a childhood filled with music, community, and a drive to succeed. "Music is the heart of our story," says Momma to young Rosetta, surprising her with...

A picture-book biography of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the woman who invented rock and roll--a warm, inspiring tale of a childhood filled with music, community, and a drive to succeed. "Music is the heart of our story," says Momma to young Rosetta, surprising her with...

Discover the inspiring story of Augustus Jackson, an African American entrepreneur who is known as "the father of ice cream," in this beautifully illustrated picture-book biography. Augustus Jackson was born in 1808 in Philadelphia. While most African Americans were enslaved at that time, in...

Discover the fascinating true story of Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie and her sister Bronia, two trailblazing women who worked together and made a legendary impact on chemistry and health care as we know it. Marie Curie has long been a well-known name around...

Discover the fascinating true story of Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie and her sister Bronia, two trailblazing women who worked together and made a legendary impact on chemistry and health care as we know it. Marie Curie has long been a well-known name around...

A colorful and candid behind-the-scenes look at my 60 years in the recording industry. Obviously a large portion of my life has been dedicated to singing and arranging and I will still arrange if the right person asks (and I'm in the mood) but...

Georgia O'Keeffe (1887-1986) was a major figure in American art for seven decades. Throughout that long and prolific career she remained true to her unique artistic vision, creating a highly individual style that synthesized the formal language of modern European abstraction and the themes...

A captivating biography of the remarkable young Scotswoman whose bold decision to help "Bonnie" Prince Charlie--the Stuart claimant to the British throne--evade capture and flee the country has become the stuff of legend. After his decisive defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1746,...

Told in their own words, the stories of New Zealand women who have lived in - and escaped - abusive relationships.Author: Jackie ClarkISBN-10: 036938721XISBN-13: 9780369387219Publisher: ReadHowYouWantLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/16/2021Pages: 378Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.94d

Originally published in 1988 Arthur Schopenhauer's English Schooling examines the famous German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, and his image of England and the influences and experiences which formed that image, notably his visit to England in 1803. His philosophy, when he came to formulate it,...

A moving and tender meditation on loving, living and dying by one of the greatest Anglican spiritual writers. 'An heroic book. Begun in health as a meditation on a lifetime's faith and experience, it ends in mortal sickness with Michael Mayne facing death. But...

Karina Adams-wife and mother of five working in aged care-lived a happy, positive life in her hometown of Ulladulla on the New South Wales South Coast. That was until Wednesday, the 1st of July, 2020 changed Karina's life as she knew it. Her fourteen-year-old...

We were called several names and "Clout Chasers" was one of them. This short book will give you a glimpse of who we are to Shar. His "Jersey Family" does exist and forever will.Author: Dawn MooreISBN-10: 8706133827ISBN-13: 9798706133825Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/07/2021Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Play a relaxing game of sudoku this summer with this fun book full of logic cross sums based number puzzles. Take it with you on your travels and journey through the challenging games all summer long. Available in 5 Rounds: Very Easy, Easy, Medium,...

The following topics are included in this 2-book combo: Book 1: Is it worth it to do some intermittent fasting to cleanse your body or lose belly fat?Yes, it is.But why?That is just one of the many things that will be explained in this...

Born from Above will lead you to understand why you need Jesus and to be born again to enter Heaven.Author: Gordon-John ManchéISBN-10: 8677430768ISBN-13: 9798677430763Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/22/2020Pages: 176Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.41d

Soft Cover ISBN: 9798670668736 Having a loud and noisy mind is the fire you need to write true honest and raw emotions into words that most can't even comprehend about themselves. Battling depression, insomnia, anxiety, and bipolar-borderline personality disorder while also trying to live...

SynopsisA true story of redemption, defying death, and spiritual refinement. The personal journey reveals the reality that anything can be accomplished if you are willing to allow God to lead the way. A positive transformation and the unselfish acts of good deeds are notably...

Outnumb3r3d tells the many accounts of how Willie and Shelia were surrounded by cops, bullies, enemies, frenemies, and more The many trials that they faced and how they overcame them are right here in this book So full of passionate and emotion-stirring details, Outnumb3r3d...

The true story of how the author's autistic son Julian became violent, self-mutilating and psychotic in his teenage years. The parents finally turned to an innovative Toronto doctor, Dr Joseph Huggins, who helped Julian overcome his rage attacks with an innovative low-dose drug protocol....

Another journey into the nightmare world of gambling madness, told from the mindset of an addict from the early 70's to the modern day explosion.Author: Christopher RaddingsISBN-10: 8624679508ISBN-13: 9798624679504Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/14/2020Pages: 304Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.99lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.68d

The Seats of the Mighty is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1896. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher...