Biography & Autobiography - Historical

""Lady Mary Wortley Montagu: Her Life and Letters 1689 to 1762"" is a biographical work by Lewis Melville that explores the life and writings of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, a prominent figure in 18th century English society. The book provides a detailed account of...

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Aleta Dey is a novel written by Francis Marion Beynon. The book tells the story of Aleta Dey, a young woman who lives in a small town in Manitoba, Canada. Aleta is a schoolteacher who is passionate about her job and is dedicated to...

Clara James Herrick: A Memoir is a book written by Cheesman A. Herrick that recounts the life and achievements of Clara James Herrick. Clara James Herrick was an American philanthropist and social reformer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The...

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Take a journey to West Africa with Jim as a small missionary child, and live the life he did among the locals in a third-world country facing some extraordinary challenges like: Not knowing if you are eating a bird, a bat, or maybe even...

""Voltaire and Jean Meslier"" is a book written by Andrew R. Morehouse that explores the relationship between two influential French philosophers of the 18th century. Voltaire, known for his satirical wit and criticism of the established order, and Jean Meslier, a Catholic priest who...

Tiberius: The Resentful Caesar is a historical biography written by Gregorio Maranon. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Tiberius, the second Roman Emperor who ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. The author delves into the complex personality...

Sargon The Magnificent is a historical fiction novel written by Mrs. Sydney Bristowe. The book is set in ancient Mesopotamia and tells the story of Sargon, the founder of the Akkadian Empire. Sargon was born as an illegitimate child and was abandoned by his...

This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.Author: Lewis F. CrawfordISBN-10: 1258908018ISBN-13: 9781258908010Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 346Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.39lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d

David Ross, Modern Pioneer: A Biography by Kelly, Fred C. is a book that tells the story of David Ross, a man who has made significant contributions to the world of technology and entrepreneurship. The book is a comprehensive account of Ross's life, from...

The Lengthened Shadow Of One Man is a book written by William Bond Wheelwright. It is a historical novel that explores the life and legacy of a single individual and the impact they had on their community and the world around them. The book...

The Descendants Of Roger Chandler Of Concord, Massachusetts, 1658 is a book written by Charles Henry Chandler. This book is a genealogical record of the descendants of Roger Chandler, who settled in Concord, Massachusetts in 1658. It provides a comprehensive account of the Chandler...

""Five Remarkable Englishmen"" by Denis Meadows is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the lives and times of five influential Englishmen who played pivotal roles in shaping the history of England and America. The book focuses on the lives of Walter Ralegh, Captain John...

A History Of The Hesser Family, 1708-1945 is a comprehensive genealogical account of the Hesser family, written by George Ernest Hesser. The book traces the family's history from its earliest known ancestor in 1708 to the year 1945, documenting the lives and experiences of...

The Shanghai Conspiracy by Charles A. Willoughby is a historical non-fiction book that explores the activities of the Sorge Spy Ring, a group of Soviet spies who operated in Moscow, Shanghai, Tokyo, San Francisco, and New York during World War II. The book provides...

""A Brief History of Milton, Massachusetts"" is a book written by Mrs. James B. Ayer that provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the town of Milton, Massachusetts. The book takes readers on a journey through the town's rich history, covering topics such as...

""Torpedo Run"" by Robb White is a thrilling novel that takes readers on a high-stakes adventure aboard a Navy PT boat during World War II. The story follows the young and inexperienced Lieutenant Ken Braden as he takes command of PT 73, a small...

John Sevier: Pioneer Of The Old Southwest is a biography written by Carl Samuel Driver about the life and accomplishments of John Sevier, an American frontiersman and politician who played a significant role in the early history of Tennessee. The book covers Sevier's early...

The North West Company is a historical non-fiction book written by Marjorie Wilkins Campbell. The book provides a detailed account of the North West Company, a fur trading company that operated in Canada during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The author explores...

Call Me Ishmael: A Study Of Melville by Charles Olson is a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of Herman Melville, one of America's greatest writers. The book delves into Melville's literary career, from his early works such as Typee and Omoo to...

""Seventy Years In Norton County, Kansas, 1872-1942"" is a historical memoir written by Darius N. Bowers. The book chronicles Bowers' experiences and observations of life in Norton County, Kansas, from the year of his arrival in 1872 until 1942. Bowers recounts the early settlement...

""Old China Hands and the Foreign Office"" is a book written by Nathan Albert Pelcovits that explores the history of British diplomacy in China during the 20th century. The book focuses on the experiences of a group of British diplomats known as the ""Old...

""Thomas Pownall, British Defender of American Liberty"" is a historical study by John Adolph Schutz that delves into the complex and often fraught relationship between Great Britain and the American colonies in the 18th century. The book focuses on the life and legacy of...

Wallace Nutting's Biography is a book that tells the life story of Wallace Nutting, a well-known American photographer, author, and antiquarian. The book is written by Nutting himself and provides a detailed account of his childhood, education, and career as a photographer and collector...

The Wannamaker, Salley, Mackay And Bellinger Families: Genealogies And Memoirs is a book written by J. Skottowe Wannamaker. This book is a comprehensive collection of genealogies and memoirs of four prominent families in America, namely the Wannamaker, Salley, Mackay, and Bellinger families. The book...

The Gods of Soldier Mountain is an engaging and heartwarming story of pioneer life in Idaho, written by Katherine Burns Hanford. The book follows the lives of the pioneers who settled in the rugged terrain of Soldier Mountain, and their encounters with the Native...

""Men Who Made America: The Founders Of A Nation"" is a historical book written by Daniel Da Cruz Jr. The book highlights the lives and achievements of the men who played a significant role in shaping America's history. It includes biographical information about the...

""Leroy Pope Walker: Confederate Secretary Of War"" is a non-fiction book written by William C. Harris, which provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of Leroy Pope Walker, who served as the first Confederate Secretary of War during the American Civil War....

""Jacob Hamblin The Peacemaker"" is a biography of Jacob Hamblin, a prominent figure in the early history of the American West. Written by Pearson H. Corbett, the book chronicles Hamblin's life from his birth in 1819 to his death in 1886. Hamblin was a...

""The Life And Times Of Richard Derby, Merchant Of Salem 1712-1783"" is a historical biography written by James Duncan Phillips. The book details the life of Richard Derby, a prominent merchant in Salem, Massachusetts during the 18th century. Derby was born in 1712 and...

""Genealogy Of The Billerica, Massachusetts French Family From 1599-1958"" is a comprehensive book that documents the history and lineage of the French family in Billerica, Massachusetts. Written by Beatrice Barnes Fisher, the book traces the family's roots back to 1599 and covers over three...

""Charles Carroll and the American Revolution"" by Milton Lomask is a comprehensive biography of one of the lesser-known founding fathers of the United States. Charles Carroll, a wealthy Maryland planter and lawyer, was a key figure in the fight for independence from Great Britain....

""An Illinois Gold Hunter In The Black Hills"" is a diary written by Jerry Bryan, chronicling his experiences as a gold hunter in the Black Hills region of South Dakota from March 13, 1876 to August 20, 1876. The book provides a first-hand account...

""A Genealogical And Biographical Record Concerning Mehitable Reed Lilly And George Lilly And All Of Their Descendants To January 1, 1958"" is a comprehensive book that provides detailed information about the family history of Mehitable Reed Lilly and George Lilly and their descendants. The...

New England Captives Carried To Canada V1: Between 1677 And 1760 During The French And Indian Wars is a historical book written by Emma Lewis Coleman. The book is a detailed account of the capture and captivity of New England colonists by the French...

Maskee! The Journal And Letters Of Ruth Bradford, 1861-1872 is a collection of personal writings by Ruth Bradford, covering a period of eleven years. The book is a fascinating insight into the life of a young woman during the mid-19th century in America. The...

""Mary Browne: The True Life And Times Of The Daughter Of The Commissioner Of The United Colonies Of New England"" is a biography written by Elizabeth Nicholson White. The book tells the story of Mary Browne, the daughter of the commissioner of the United...

""Major Ropata Wahawaha, The Story Of His Life And Times"" is a historical book written by Thomas William Rose Porter. The book chronicles the life and times of Major Ropata Wahawaha, a prominent Maori chief who lived in the early days of Poverty Bay,...

The Life of Billy Dixon is a narrative that tells the story of one of the most legendary figures of the American West. Billy Dixon was a plainsman, scout, and pioneer who played a significant role in the early history of the Southwest. The...

The Civil War Letters of Petroleum V. Nasby is a collection of letters written by the fictional character, Petroleum V. Nasby, during the American Civil War. Nasby was a creation of David Ross Locke, a journalist and satirist of the mid-19th century. The letters...

Buffalo Bill's Life: An Adventurous Career That Led From The Savagery Of Western Life To A Seat Beside Kings And Princes is a biography of the legendary American frontiersman and showman, William F. ""Buffalo Bill"" Cody. Written by Ed Ellsworth Bartholomew, this book chronicles...

""Across The Plains In The Donner Party"" is a memoir written by Virginia Reed Murphy, detailing her experiences as a member of the ill-fated Donner Party. The book chronicles the journey of the Reed and Donner families, who set out from Illinois in 1846...

The Mystery of Joan of Arc by Leon Denis is a non-fiction book that explores the life and legacy of Joan of Arc, a French heroine who played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War between England and France. The book delves into...

""Reminiscences of Alexander Toponce"" is a memoir written by Alexander Toponce himself. The book details his life story, from his birth in Switzerland in 1839 to his eventual settlement in Utah in the United States. Toponce recounts his experiences as a young man working...

Operation Sandstone: The Story Of Joint Task Force Seven is a comprehensive account of the United States' nuclear weapons testing program during the early years of the Cold War. The book is written by Clarence H. White, a former member of the Joint Task...

""Nineteen Days From The Apennines To The Alps: The Story Of The Po Valley Campaign"" is a historical account of the United States Fifth Army's campaign in the Po Valley region of Italy during World War II. The book chronicles the events and battles...

""The Story of Gail Borden: The Birth of an Industry"" is a biography written by George J. Kienzle that chronicles the life of Gail Borden, Jr. and his contributions to the food industry. Borden was an American inventor and entrepreneur who is best known...

""The Story Of An Old Farm: Or Life In New Jersey In The Eighteenth Century"" is a historical book written by Andrew D. Mellick and first published in 1889. The book is a detailed account of life on a farm in New Jersey during...

The Story Of The Totem Pole Or Indian Legends is a book written by Chief William Shelton that delves into the rich history and cultural significance of totem poles in Native American communities. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the totem pole, including...