Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Title: A Hunter's Wanderings in Africa; being a narrative of nine years spent amongst the game of the far interior of South Africa ... With ... illustrations by ... E. Whymper, etc.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of...

In 1935, Yrjö von Grönhagen, a 24-year old Finnish student at Sorbonne, Paris, decided to walk across Europe back to his native country. By a strange twist of fate, the following summer he would lead an ethnological expedition to Karelian woods in search of...

"Records of the Gibbins Family" offers a detailed glimpse into the ancestry and lives of the Gibbins family, supplemented by reminiscences from Emma J. Gibbins. This volume also includes letters and papers pertaining to the Bevington family, providing a broader view of the social...

Giovanni Papini's Life of Christ is a bold, lyrical retelling of the Gospel story, blending deep reverence with fierce originality. With vivid prose and philosophical insight, Papini portrays Jesus not only as Savior, but as the world's greatest rebel- challenging hearts, kingdoms, and the...

Explore the controversial life and career of Judge Jeffreys in Humphry William Woolrych's "Memoirs of the Life of Judge Jeffreys." This biography delves into the history of one of England's most infamous legal figures, examining his role in the tumultuous events of the 17th...

Delve into the mind of one of America's most influential figures with "Familiar Letters and Miscellaneous Papers of Benjamin Franklin." This collection, published for the first time in 1833, offers a unique glimpse into the personal and professional life of Benjamin Franklin through his...

The present manuscript, Shama'il Tijaniyya, offers a unique and authentic account of the noble traits and personal qualities of Shaykh Ahmad al-Tijani - many of which have remained undocumented elsewhere. No other known work has addressed this subject with the clarity and objectivity found...

Scotichronicon, Volume 2, offers a detailed exploration of Scottish history and ecclesiastical figures, enhanced by Bishop Keith's renowned catalogue of Scottish bishops. Compiled and annotated by William Reeves, James Frederick Skinner Gordon, and Walter Goodall, this volume continues to provide invaluable insights into the...

An accessible and entertaining biography of our nation's greatest public servant and original political maverick John Quincy Adams, from the bassist of the Grammy-nominated band the Avett Brothers. During the tumultuous period between the era of the Founding Fathers and the disunion of the...

A memoir of a child's forced relocation to Siberia under Stalin's Gulag system reveals the potential for true human kindness in the face of extraordinary hardship In April of 1940, six-year-old Ida woke to the sound of pounding on her door. Soviet soldiers forcibly...

Delve into the captivating life of Admiral Sir Charles Napier with “The Life And Correspondence Of Admiral Sir Charles Napier, K.c.b., Volume 2.” Compiled from personal recollections, letters, and official documents by Edward Delaval Hungerford Elers Napier and Edward Hungerford Delaval Elers Napier, this...

A dual biography of two activists whose marriage challenged the gender and racial norms of their time Like any set of star-crossed lovers, Elaine and Charles came from different worlds. Elaine, an acclaimed childhood poet from a remote corner of the Massachusetts Berkshires, traveled...

This is a non-fiction story of Mahidevran Sultan's life. Mahidevran was the concubine of Lawmaker Sultan Suleiman. But more importantly, she was the mother of Prince Mustafa, the prince being the number one contender to be the next ruler of the Ottoman Empire. But,...

Life unfolds much like a baseball season-beginning with the spring of youthful exuberance, progressing through the summer grind marked by streaks and slumps, and concluding with an autumn of sober reflection. Today, author Dr. Lonnie Clinkscale stands as a successful, content man-a devoted husband...

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Jason Burns' biography, "General Field Marshal Erwin Rommel: The Desert Fox," is a riveting and masterfully crafted exploration of one of World War II's most enigmatic figures. Burns takes readers on a compelling journey through Rommel's life, from his early military career to his...

Al-Biruni: The Eternal Seeker - A Journey Through the Mind of a PolymathBy Omar HanFor centuries, the brilliance of Al-Biruni has remained one of history's best-kept secrets. A true polymath of the Islamic Golden Age, Al-Biruni mastered astronomy, mathematics, physics, geography, medicine, and comparative...

Discover the extraordinary life and legacy of Roger Bacon in "Roger Bacon: The Enlightened Friar Who Saw the Future"-a captivating and meticulously researched book that delves into the mind of one of history's most visionary thinkers. Explore how this 13th-century Franciscan friar, philosopher, and...

In 1940, Sergei Rachmaninoff, living in exile in America, broke his creative silence and composed a swan song to his Russian homeland--his iconic "Symphonic Dances." What happened in those final haunted years and how did he come to write his farewell masterpiece? Rachmaninoff left...

Barry Fischer is a man of many accomplishments. He is a highly successful divorce and family law attorney, a loving father, and the devoted son of two holocaust survivors, Mayer and Blima Fischer. From his father he learned of the harsh realities of life...

"The life you save may be your own." - Rabbi Abraham Cooper American Nazi: From Hate To Humanity chronicles the harrowing journey of Jeff Schoep, the former leader of America's largest Nazi party. This eye-opening memoir takes readers inside Schoep's life, from his early...

Who was Jean Amery? Victim or survivor? Agnostic or Jew? Austrian or exile? Philosopher or journalist? Jean Amery is not easy to classify but what this biography (the first in any language) demonstrates is that he is more - far more - than some...

The first 100 days of Franklin Roosevelt's presidency are justly famous, viewed as a period of political action without equal in American history. Yet as historian David B. Woolner reveals, the end of FDR's presidency might very well surpass it in drama and consequence....

Lead Thou Me On tells the compelling story of one of Titanic's most unsung heroines.Britain's Lady Noël Leslie, Countess of Rothes was one of the 325 first class passengers to board the luxury ocean liner on April 10, 1912. Four nights into the voyage,...

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...

Promptly at the end of three days of fasting Boone knew that the war party would set forth no matter what the weather. It was a bad omen otherwise. In single file, at spaced intervals, the painted warriors would move from the town, firing...

Best known for his major railway-building accomplishments, Sir Sandford Fleming's origins are revealed in these early diaries that record his thoughts as an 18-year-old leaving his family home in Scotland for Canada.Author: Jean Murray ColeISBN-10: 1554884500ISBN-13: 9781554884506Publisher: Dundurn PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/12/2009Pages: 328Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.45lbsSize:...

Author: Dominik PoleskiISBN-10: 1524583081ISBN-13: 9781524583088Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/16/2017Pages: 252Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.82lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.57d

It has been more than sixty years since anyone called author Ron Gabriel "Sonny." The nickname was bestowed upon him back in Delaware, Ohio, and it carried through the 1940s and '50s. Back then, Sonny was a carefree kid who spent his days running...

From the bestselling author of Assassination Vacation and Unfamiliar Fishes, a humorous account of the Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette--the one Frenchman we could all agree on--and an insightful portrait of a nation's idealism and its reality. On August 16, 1824, an elderly...

The Case of General Yamashita is a historical account of the trial of General Tomoyuki Yamashita, a Japanese military commander during World War II. Written by A. Frank Reel, the book details the controversial trial that took place in Manila, Philippines in 1945, where...

""Five Hundred Points of Good Husbandry"" is a classic book written by Thomas Tusser in the 16th century. It is a comprehensive guide to farming and rural life, covering topics such as crop rotation, animal husbandry, beekeeping, and even household management. The book is...

Vanguard of the Caravans: A Life Story of John Mason Peck is a biographical book written by Hayne and Coe. The book tells the story of John Mason Peck, a pioneer missionary who played a significant role in spreading Christianity in the American West...

""Chronicles Of The First Planters Of The Colony Of Massachusetts Bay: From 1623 To 1636"" is a historical book written by Alexander Young. The book chronicles the early years of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, from its founding in 1623 to 1636. It is based...

Over the last three and a half centuries, the town of Westerly, Rhode Island has been home to fascinating people with amazing stories to tell. This book tells those tales.Author: Zachary GarceauISBN-10: 1312384077ISBN-13: 9781312384071Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/28/2021Pages: 398Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x...

The Secret History of Francis Bacon, written by Alfred Dodd, is a book that delves into the life and work of Francis Bacon, a prominent figure in English history. The book explores Bacon's life, from his early years as a scholar and lawyer, to...

The Murder of Stanford White is a non-fiction book written by Gerald Langford that recounts the infamous murder of the renowned architect Stanford White in 1906. White was shot dead by Harry Thaw, a wealthy socialite who was obsessed with White's wife, Evelyn Nesbit....

Grant Foreman: A Brief Biography is a book written by Edward Everett Dale that provides readers with a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of Grant Foreman. Foreman was a respected historian and author who made significant contributions to the field of Native...

Edward Kidder Graham, 1876-1918 is a biographical book written by Louis Round Wilson in 1919. The book is about the life and achievements of Edward Kidder Graham, who was a prominent figure in the field of education and journalism in the early 20th century....

""The Life of Soeur Rosalie: Of the Daughters of St. Vincent de Paul"" is a biographical book written by Jeanne Marie Rendu and published in 1858. The book tells the story of Soeur Rosalie, a member of the Daughters of St. Vincent de Paul,...

Historical Records Of The Maltese Corps Of The British Army (1897) is a comprehensive account of the military history of the Maltese Corps in the British Army. Written by Alexander George Chesney, a British army officer who served in Malta, the book covers the...

""France and Italy"" is a historical book written by Imbert de Saint-Amand and originally published in 1899. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through France and Italy, exploring their rich cultural heritage, history, and art. It provides an in-depth look...

The book ""Life Of St. Mildred, Abbess Of Minster In Thanet"" was written by A Lay Tertiary Of St. Francis and was first published in 1884. The book is a biography of St. Mildred, who was an abbess of the Minster in Thanet, a...

In Search of Adam by Herbert Wendt is a comprehensive exploration of mankind's pursuit to uncover the truth about their earliest ancestors. The book delves into the history of human evolution and the various scientific discoveries that have contributed to our understanding of the...

Life of the Earl of Derby is a biography written by Thomas Edward Kebbel in 1893. The book chronicles the life of Edward George Geoffrey Smith Stanley, the 14th Earl of Derby, who was a prominent British politician and statesman in the 19th century....

John of Gaunt's Register V1 is a historical record book compiled by Sydney Armitage-Smith and published in 1911. The book is a collection of documents and records related to John of Gaunt, the Duke of Lancaster, who was a prominent figure in English history...

Bird Stories From Burroughs is a collection of sketches about bird life written by John Burroughs, a renowned American naturalist and essayist. First published in 1911, this book features a selection of stories taken from Burroughs' earlier works, including Wake-Robin, Birds and Poets, and...

A Man Born Again: Saint Thomas More is a book written by John E. Beahn that offers a comprehensive account of the life of Saint Thomas More. More was a prominent figure in 16th century England, serving as a statesman, lawyer, and philosopher. He...

The book ""History Of The Spirit Lake Massacre And Captivity Of Miss Abbie Gardner"" is a first-hand account of the Spirit Lake Massacre, written by Abbie Gardner, who was one of the survivors of the attack. The book details the events leading up to...

""Stories of Great Artists"" by Olive Browne Horne is a fascinating book that takes readers on a journey through the lives of some of the most famous artists in history. From Leonardo da Vinci to Vincent van Gogh, this book tells the stories of...