Biography & Autobiography - Historical

The Long Winter is one of the most memorable novels in Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series. It beautifully details the dramatic events of The Hard Winter of 1880-81, a harrowing time with months of never-ending blizzards leading to railroad blockades that all but...

Complete reprint of the unexpurgated edition of "Mein Kampf" ("My Struggle") written by Adolf Hitler (1925 and 1927). Volume I: A Reckoning and Volume II: The National Socialist Movement (Two Volumes in One). Translated by James Vincent Murphy (1880-1946). Author: Adolf HitlerISBN-10: 1682042839ISBN-13: 9781682042830Publisher:...

At the Cold Shoulder of History gives an in-depth look at what happened in the aftermath of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. One of the only living participants in President Kennedy's autopsy now comes forward after almost 54 years of silence and speaks about...

Author: Walter ReedISBN-13: 9798895534069Publisher: Page PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/31/2025Pages: 556Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.62lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.24d

Author: Prof S. K. MukherjeeISBN-10: 9349817047ISBN-13: 9789349817043Publisher: Hawk PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/06/2025Pages: 280Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.20lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d

Author: Philip W. AugustineISBN-10: 1038337704ISBN-13: 9781038337702Publisher: FriesenPressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/15/2025Pages: 282Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d

Author: Frederick 1849-1892 SchwatkaISBN-10: 102520266XISBN-13: 9781025202662Publisher: Hutson Street PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2025Pages: 432Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.33lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.88d

Embark on a remarkable journey to the East with "Book Of Ser Marco Polo, The Venetian, Volume 1: Concerning The Kingdoms & Marvels Of The East." This historical account chronicles the extraordinary travels of Marco Polo, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the kingdoms...

Explore the life and legacy of Frederic Dan Huntington, the first Bishop of Central New York, through the intimate lens of his memoir and letters. Compiled by Arria Sargent Huntington, this biography offers a comprehensive look at a prominent religious figure in 19th-century America....

"Early Days in Minneapolis" offers a captivating glimpse into the formative years of a burgeoning American city. Written with a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for local history, this book transports readers back to the era when Minneapolis was transforming from...

History of the Descendants of Peter Burket, Late of Sinking Valley, Blair Co., Pa., who Died Jan. 20, 1867 is a meticulously researched genealogy tracing the lineage of the Burket family. Compiled by Theodore Blair Patton, this 1896 volume offers a detailed account of...

In the decades since his death, the legend of Che Guevara has grown worldwide. Alvaro Vargas Llosa separates myth from reality and shows that Che's ideals re-hashed centralized power--long the major source of suffering and misery for the poor. With eyewitness accounts, Vargas Llosa...

This study reviews Sir Henry Morgan's attack on Panama City in 1671. Henry Morgan was successful because he applied combat power correctly. Morgan faced an enemy of superior numbers, yet he was successful. Morgan chose an objective that was thought to be unobtainable, yet...

Impressions of Theodore Roosevelt, by Lawrence F. Abbott, offers a compelling portrait of one of America's most dynamic and influential presidents. Published in 1922, this work provides valuable insights into Roosevelt's character, political philosophies, and lasting impact on the nation. Abbott, writing from a...

In the early seventeenth century, the sounds of the Atlantic whispering in her ears, Elizabeth Haney rides a ship bearing her from England to the burgeoning colony of Virginia, where she will join her husband, John. It is there that the two will begin...

"The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential figures. Written with wit and candor, Franklin recounts his journey from humble beginnings as a printer's apprentice to becoming a renowned scientist, inventor, diplomat, and statesman....

Explore the history of Mexico with this Mexico history ebook that guides you through every stage of the country's profound evolution. Dive into Pre-Columbian civilizations: discover the Olmec culture, the Ancient Maya with their hieroglyphs and calendars, the Teotihuacan metropolis, and the mighty Aztec...

From true cowhands who stood tall in the saddle as the prototypes of the American myth, historian Patrick Dearen has collected priceless, spellbinding stories of a simpler era when a man's word was his bond and a cowhand rode hard and lived harder. Within...

For centuries, Romany Gypsies and Travellers have been pushed to the edges of society-misunderstood, persecuted, and ignored. But their story is one of resilience, survival, and an unbreakable connection to land, family, and spirit.C J Smith was born into a proud Romany family with...

Explore the formative years of the Massachusetts Bay Colony through the personal correspondence and life story of its governor, John Winthrop. This collection, "Life and Letters of John Winthrop, Governor of the Massachusetts-Bay Company at Their Emigration to New England," compiled by Robert C....

An in-depth examination of Lord Curzon's tenure as Viceroy of India, "Lord Curzon's Administration of India; What he Promised; What he Performed," by Syed Sirdar Ali Khan offers a critical assessment of British rule in the early 20th century. This book meticulously analyzes Curzon's...

This is a compelling and inspiring story of a child of war who demonstrated incredible resilience and courage to survive despite great grief and suffering. Custodio Victorino was born in Angola, a country that, between 1975 and 2002, was wracked by a Civil War...

A Regular American Guy is the story of one American guy. It begins with recounting his family's eight generations of American citizenship. Then his relatively normal childhood and transition into adulthood. He manages to get through high school and works his way through college....

Discover the inspiring life of Father Damien, the selfless Catholic priest who dedicated his life to serving the marginalized and forgotten. In "The Story Of Father Damien, Written For Young People," Frances E. Cooke recounts the remarkable journey of this compassionate missionary who ministered...

Kimi-isms: Wit, Wisdom & Word F*ckeryThe inspiration for these "Kimi-isms", simply comes from observing life and then writing down what I see. And friends who regularly ask, Kimi, when are you going to write a book? Enough such requests has finally kicked me off...

*Includes pictures*Includes a bibliography for further readingthe West was an endless source of fascination for those who were either personally or circumstantially ill-suited to travel there. As explorers opened trails and people expanded the frontier, unusual walks of life like cattle drives and hunting...

Ethel Ray Nance lived in a world layered with the complexities of identity, heritage, and injustice. From her Scandinavian mother and African American father, Ethel inherited both pride and challenges, bridging cultures while navigating the racial dynamics of early 20th-century America.Born into a family...

Have you ever wondered why discussions about feminism and traditional women's roles generate so much debate? Would you like to understand in depth the foundations and criticisms of both sides of the conversation? If so, I am pleased to introduce you to this recent...

Consuelo Vanderbilt was young, beautiful and the heir to a vast family fortune. She was also deeply in love with an American suitor when her mother chose instead for her to fulfill her social ambitions and marry an English Duke. Leaving her life in...

"Confessions of an English Opium-Eater" is a memoir by Thomas De Quincey, first published in 1821. The book describes De Quincey's experiences with opium and his struggles with addiction. De Quincey was a well-known English essayist and literary critic, and his memoir is regarded...

Raymond was born on October 13, 1922 in Dampremy (province of Hainaut, Belgium). During the turbulent times of the occupation in Belgium he joined the "Legion Wallonie" on August 8, 1941 at the same time as his father Marcel and Rexist leader Léon Degrelle....

Deborah Sampson was a young woman who enlisted and served in the Continental Army during the American War of Independence; this biography tells her remarkable story.Born in 1760 in the town of Plympton, Massachusetts, Sampson and her family strived through hardship, their poverty worsening...

Abraham Lincoln raved that this series of historical biographies gave him "just that knowledge of past men and events which I need. I have read them with the greatest interest. To them I am indebted for about all the historical knowledge I have." Considered...

A sense of mission for America . . . a heart for God.Senator Sam Brownback grew up in the heartland, in a family of hard-working Kansas farmers. Instilled from an early age with a strong work ethic and a fierce sense of independence, he...

Originally published in 1898, Thomas Jefferson a classic biography of the man who so deeply ingrained the republican ideals of the Founding Fathers into American society. As such, it is the kind of work that avoids the trap of noticing everything that went unnoticed...

PUBLISHED by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS... .... The ashes of the First World War are barely cool. The new regime of USSR is placed under the steel discipline of Stalin. After the short golden age of the Charleston, the industrial world faces its first real...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1917 Edition.Author: Rafael SabatiniISBN-10: 1498077579ISBN-13: 9781498077576Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 430Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.26lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.87d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1890 Edition.Author: Leo Nikolayevich TolstoyISBN-10: 1498057039ISBN-13: 9781498057035Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 382Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.12lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.79d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1907 Edition.Author: B. M. BowerISBN-10: 1498034411ISBN-13: 9781498034418Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 332Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.98lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.69d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1906 Edition.Author: Mark TwainISBN-10: 1498029191ISBN-13: 9781498029193Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 322Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.95lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.67d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1865 Edition.Author: Reverend Richard MorrisISBN-10: 149800377XISBN-13: 9781498003773Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 264Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.55d

Quo Vadis: A Narrative Of The Time Of Nero is a historical novel written by Polish author Henryk Sienkiewicz. The book is set during the reign of the Roman Emperor Nero and tells the story of the love between a young Christian woman named...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1903 Edition.Author: Guy De MaupassantISBN-10: 1494181568ISBN-13: 9781494181567Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/29/2014Pages: 524Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.91lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1903 Edition.Author: Guy De MaupassantISBN-10: 1494181533ISBN-13: 9781494181536Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/29/2014Pages: 520Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.89lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.13d

The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by the legendary Russian author, Leo Tolstoy. The book includes the titular story, The Kreutzer Sonata, which is a gripping tale of jealousy, betrayal, and murder. The story revolves around a...

This is a new release of the original 1947 edition.Author: P. D. OuspenskyISBN-10: 1494041898ISBN-13: 9781494041892Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 202Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.43d

*Includes pictures of Bobby and important people, places, and events in his life. A lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history's most influential figures, but how much of the forest is lost for the trees? In Charles River Editors' American...

Karl Maramorosch may be best known for his accomplishments as a top scientist, but the story of how he became such a success has never been told-until now. Born in Vienna in 1915, his family moved to Poland, and he fled with his wife,...

In one of the world's most beautiful places, amid swaying palms and ocean breezes, Ken Williams battles death and hopelessness. In There Must Be Honor, Ken traces a journey behind the golden façade of Santa Barbara's scenery and into the panting heart of its...

This diary provides the background to two vital issues: our relations with the European Community and the state of politics in Britain. Few people are better qualified to know how we arrived where we are than Roy Jenkins. During the period of this diary...