Biography & Autobiography - Historical

"A Virginia Girl in the Civil War, 1861-1865: being a record of the actual experiences of the wife of a confederate officer" offers a compelling personal narrative of life in the American South during the tumultuous years of the Civil War. Authored by Myrta...

Frances Anne Kemble's "Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation, 1838-1839" offers a compelling first-hand account of plantation life in the antebellum South. This historical journal provides invaluable social commentary on the realities of slavery and the complexities of the era. Kemble's observations,...

"American Men of Action," by Burton E. Stevenson, delves into the lives of significant historical figures who shaped the United States. This meticulously prepared edition explores the biographies of influential men, examining their contributions to American history. Spanning across eras and fields, the book...

Delve into the final volume of James Boswell's monumental "Life of Johnson," a cornerstone of 18th-century biography and literary criticism. This meticulously prepared edition offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of Samuel Johnson, the celebrated lexicographer and literary figure. Volume 6...

"The Expedition of the Donner Party and its Tragic Fate" recounts one of the most harrowing and infamous episodes in the history of the American West. Eliza Poor Donner Houghton, a survivor of the ill-fated Donner Party, offers a firsthand account of their overland...

Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of Central Asia with Ferdinand Ossendowski's "Beasts, Men and Gods." This captivating account chronicles the author's remarkable experiences traveling through Mongolia during a tumultuous period. Part travelogue, part historical record, this book offers a unique glimpse...

This book is a biography and critical analysis of the life and works of the ancient Roman historian Tacitus. It explores his contributions to the field of historiography, his style and literary techniques, and his impact on later generations of writers and historians. The...

This book tells the story of the Abbe Edgeworth and his circle of friends, including important figures such as Madame de Stael and Sir Walter Scott. The author provides a fascinating look at the lives and works of these individuals, exploring their relationships, intellectual...

These letters, written by the renowned French statesman and writer Honoré Gabriel Riqueti, Comte de Mirabeau, showcase his prodigious talent both as a writer and as a lover. The letters offer a fascinating window into 18th century French culture and politics, while also providing...

Originally published in 1871, this fascinating biography chronicles the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the early history of the Hawaiian Islands. Filled with anecdotes and insights into Hawaiian culture and history, it is a valuable resource for anyone...

This book is a fascinating memoir of early Chicago, as seen through the eyes of Edwin O. Gale. The book paints a vivid picture of life in Chicago during the mid-to-late nineteenth century, and provides a valuable glimpse into the city's history and culture....

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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,...

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,...

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,...

A childhood memoir of South London during the swinging 1960s and 1970s, miniskirts and the Beatles, but where life was anything but normal. From villains and bent coppers to gun-running in Africa and imprisonment, all brought to a focus by an IRA terrorist assassination...

Hinterstoder is the small Alpine village in a valley surrounded by mountains from where I hail. Its remarkable features are its spectacular landscape, shaped by the collision of Africa with Europe millions of years ago. I spent my first nine years of life there....

Extraordinarily wealthy and influential, Stephen Duncan (1787-1867) was a landowner, slaveholder, and financier with a remarkable array of social, economic, and political contacts in pre-Civil War America. In this, the first biography of Duncan, Martha Jane Brazy offers a compelling new portrait of antebellum...

The transcript of Louis Riel's trial has never been readily accessible to the general reader interested in the 1885 Rebellion and related events. This work will promote knowledge of the facts, and illustrate a social phenomenon of nineteenth-century Canada.Author: Michael BlissISBN-10: 0802062326ISBN-13: 9780802062321Publisher: University...

An authoritative biography of one of the most important figures of the English Reformation who rose from humble beginnings to become Henry VIII's chief minister Thomas Cromwell wielded enormous power while he retained the king's favor, but the failure of Henry's marriage to Anne...

The first biography of Henry VIII's court fool William Somer, a legendary entertainer and one of the most intriguing figures of the Tudor age In some portraits of Henry VIII there appears another, striking figure--a gaunt and morose-looking man with a shaved head and,...

Robert Dick: Baker, Of Thurso, Geologist And Botanist (1879) is a biography written by Samuel Smiles. The book tells the story of Robert Dick, a baker from Thurso who became a renowned geologist and botanist in the 19th century. Dick was a self-taught scientist...

""The Life and Public Services of Samuel Adams V3"" is a historical book written by William V. Wells in 1865. The book chronicles the life and work of Samuel Adams, an American statesman and political philosopher who played a crucial role in the American...

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...

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...

Author: Na NaISBN-10: 0312086083ISBN-13: 9780312086084Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/1992Pages: 226Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.73lbsSize: 8.24h x 5.36w x 0.61d

Richard II (1377-99) has long suffered from an unusually unmanly reputation. Over the centuries, he has been habitually associated with lavish courtly expenditure, absolutist ideas, Francophile tendencies, and a love of peace, all of which have been linked to the king's physical effeminacy. Even...

In 1461 Edward earl of March, an able, handsome, and charming eighteen-year old, usurped the English throne from his feeble Lancastrian predecessor Henry VI. Ten years on, following outbreaks of civil conflict that culminated in him losing, then regaining the crown, he had finally...

What drove Lizzie Halliday from a life of obscurity to becoming one of the most feared and misunderstood women of the 19th century? What kind of pain fuels a mind that turns love into murder?Could Lizzie have been saved-or was she born to destroy?And...

"Echoes of Soul: The Michael McDonald Story" is an in-depth exploration of the life and career of Michael McDonald, one of music's most influential and enduring artists. The book traces his journey from his early days with The Doobie Brothers to his successful solo...

Pastor Oscar L. Montgomery, Sr.. tenderly shares how God through faith, community, and education liberated young Montgomery from the perils and pitfalls of abandonment and poverty in Cross the Creek, Alabama and Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Despite the rejection and the lack that plagued...

Author: John M. WoodwardISBN-13: 9798231100484Publisher: John M. WoodwardLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/05/2025Pages: 54Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.16lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.11d

Author: Henry HartwrightISBN-10: 1025178297ISBN-13: 9781025178295Publisher: Hutson Street PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2025Pages: 338Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.04lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.70d

Author: Mireille S. TaubISBN-10: 0967613000ISBN-13: 9780967613000Publisher: Mireille S TaubLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/04/2025Pages: 64Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.57lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d

In 1903, Norwegian author Hans Seland traveled across the United States to meet the early emigrants who had left Norway behind in search of a new life. From the crowded streets of New York to the wide prairies of the Midwest, he recorded their...

Discover the Grit Behind the Glory of AmericaJoin author Stephen Carr on a journey through America's forgotten past in Glory, Grit and Greatness: Great Americans Fading From Our Memory. Bringing history to life with vivid prose, the author has crafted a memorable tribute to...

Named a Best Book of the Year by Kirkus Reviews and Air Mail "A fascinating and instructive book . . . elegantly written and perceptive." --Wall Street Journal "Kaleidoscopic . . . A fascinating exploration of individual agency that never loses sight of the...