Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Maria Carrillo was a real person who lived in the days when California still belonged to Spain. She grew up with the country, raised her thirteen children here, and was one of only three women to receive a land grant. Widowed at 43, she...

The Life and Times of Ralph Allen of Prior Park, Bath is a historical biography written by Robert Edward Myhill Peach in 1895. The book chronicles the life of Ralph Allen, an 18th-century entrepreneur and philanthropist who made his fortune in the postal service...

The Evolution Of A State: Or Recollections Of Old Texas Days is a historical book written by Noah Smithwick. The book is a memoir that describes the author's experiences during the early days of Texas. It covers a period from the 1820s to the...

The book ""History Of The Barr Family, Beginning With Great Grandfather Robert Barr And Mary Wills: Their Descendants Down To The Latest Child (1901)"" by William Bickett Barr is a comprehensive account of the genealogy of the Barr family. The book traces the family's...

""An American Citizen: The Life of William Henry Baldwin, Jr."" is a biography written by John Graham Brooks and published in 1910. The book chronicles the life of William Henry Baldwin, Jr., an influential American businessman and philanthropist who lived during the late 19th...

Letters of the Lady Brilliana Harley is a collection of letters written by Lady Brilliana Harley, the wife of Sir Robert Harley, during the English Civil War. The book is edited by historian John Lloyd and provides a unique insight into the life of...

The book ""Life And Correspondence Of John A. Quitman V1: Major -General And Governor Of The State Of Mississippi"" is a comprehensive biography of John A. Quitman, a prominent figure in the history of Mississippi. The book is written by Quitman himself and covers...

The Autobiography of William Henry Harrison Beadle is a first-person account of the life and experiences of William Henry Harrison Beadle, an American educator and politician who lived from 1838 to 1915. In this book, Beadle shares his personal story, from his childhood in...

The Autobiography of John Ball is a book written by John Ball, an English Christian priest who lived during the 14th century. The book is an autobiographical account of his life, detailing his experiences as a prominent figure in the Peasants' Revolt of 1381....

The Life of Sile Doty 1800-1876: A Forgotten Autobiography is a book that tells the story of Sile Doty, a man who lived in the 19th century. The book is written by Doty himself and chronicles his life from his birth in 1800 to...

The book ""The Letters and Friendships of Sir Cecil Spring Rice V1: A Record"" is a collection of letters written by Sir Cecil Spring Rice, a British diplomat, during his time serving in various diplomatic posts around the world. The letters provide insight into...

The Letters And Friendships Of Sir Cecil Spring Rice V2: A Record is a collection of letters and correspondences written by Sir Cecil Spring Rice, a British diplomat and statesman, during his time serving in various countries across the world. The book is a...

Sutter's Own Story is a comprehensive biography of General John Augustus Sutter, a prominent figure in California's history. Written by Erwin G. Gudde, the book explores Sutter's life in detail, from his birth in Switzerland to his arrival in America and his establishment of...

""Simon Kenton: His Life and Period 1755-1836"" is a biography written by Edna Kenton that chronicles the life of Simon Kenton, a legendary frontiersman and pioneer who played a pivotal role in the early settlement of the American West. The book begins with Kenton's...

Bismarck's Table-Talk is a collection of conversations and anecdotes recorded by Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of Germany. The book contains a series of informal discussions that Bismarck had with his friends and colleagues over meals, covering a wide range of topics such...

""Dolly Madison: The Nation's Hostess"" by Elizabeth Lippincott Dean is a biography of Dolley Madison, the wife of James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. The book explores the life of Dolley Madison from her birth in North Carolina to her death...

""Men of Mark in Georgia"" is a comprehensive and detailed historical account of the state of Georgia from its earliest settlement to the present day. The book primarily focuses on the lives and achievements of prominent individuals who have played a significant role in...

The book ""Paul Albar of Cordoba: Studies on His Life and Writings"" by Carleton M. Sage is a comprehensive exploration of the life and works of Paul Albar, a prominent figure in the history of Islamic Spain. The book delves into Albar's background, including...

Letters From Sir Robert Cecil To Sir George Carew is a collection of personal correspondence between two prominent figures in English politics during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Sir Robert Cecil, the Secretary of State under Queen Elizabeth I and King James...

James Wesley Cooper 1842-1916: A Tribute Upon The One Hundredth Anniversary Of His Birth is a book written by Elisha Hilliard Cooper. The book is a tribute to James Wesley Cooper, who was born in 1842 and died in 1916. James Wesley Cooper was...

""The English Magicians: Roger Bacon, Dr. John Dee And William Lilly"" is a non-fiction book written by W. H. Davenport Adams. The book explores the lives and works of three influential English magicians: Roger Bacon, Dr. John Dee, and William Lilly. The author provides...

The Story of Will Rogers is a biographical book written by Jerome Beatty that chronicles the life and career of the legendary American humorist and actor, Will Rogers. The book provides a comprehensive account of Rogers' upbringing in Oklahoma, his rise to fame as...

Tales Of The Kings Of England: Richard II To Elizabeth is a historical book written by Stephen Percy. It is a collection of stories and accounts of the reigns of the English monarchs from Richard II to Elizabeth I. The book covers various events...

Count St. Germain and Cagliostro is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite that explores the lives and legends surrounding two enigmatic figures of the 18th century: Count St. Germain and Cagliostro. Both men were known for their mysterious backgrounds, their supposed magical powers,...

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 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

The Gabriel Moraga Expedition of 1806: The Diary of Fray Pedro Munoz is a historical account of the expedition led by Gabriel Moraga in 1806 to explore the Sacramento Valley in California. The book is based on the diary of Fray Pedro Munoz, a...

""10,000 Famous Freemasons, V3-4: K-P, Q-Z"" is a comprehensive reference book written by William R. Denslow. It is the third and fourth volume in a series that lists the names of notable Freemasons from around the world. The book covers the letters K through...

C. W. Post, The Hour And The Man: A Biography With Genealogical Supplement is a book written by Nettie Leitch Major, which chronicles the life and legacy of Charles William Post, the founder of Post Cereals. The book includes a detailed account of Post's...

The Collected Papers of C. S. Hudson, Volume 2 is a compilation of the works of Claude Silbert Hudson, a prominent American mathematician who contributed significantly to the field of topology. This book contains a selection of Hudson's papers, including his research on knot...

The Collected Papers of C.S. Hudson, Volume 1, is a compilation of the works of Claude Silbert Hudson, a renowned American botanist and ecologist. This book includes a collection of his research papers, essays, and articles published over the course of his career. Hudson's...

The Collected Papers Of George Ashley Campbell is a comprehensive collection of the works of George Ashley Campbell, a prominent figure in the field of philosophy. The book includes a wide range of Campbell's writings, including essays, articles, and academic papers, all of which...

""Thomas Kearney Glenn, 1868-1946: A Builder Of Men And Institutions"" is a biography written by John A. Sibley. The book tells the story of Thomas Kearney Glenn, a prominent figure in the early 20th century who played a significant role in the development of...

""The Forgotten Pioneer: The Life Of Davy Crockett"" by Marion Michael Null is a biography of one of the most iconic figures in American history. Davy Crockett was a frontiersman, soldier, and politician who played a significant role in the early development of the...

Good Bye Dolly Gray: The Story Of The Boer War is a historical account of the Second Boer War, written by Rayne Kruger. The book covers the events leading up to the war, the major battles and campaigns, and the aftermath of the conflict....

""Memories of Some Courageous Southerners: Before and After the Civil War"" is a historical book written by Edward Cavelyn. The book is a collection of stories and memories of brave individuals from the Southern states of America who lived through the Civil War and...

The Life And Death Of A Quicksilver Mine is a non-fiction book written by Helen Rocca Goss. The book is a detailed account of the history of the New Almaden Quicksilver Mine, which was located in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California. The mine...

A History Of The Descendants Of Abraham Breneman is a book written by Charles D. Breneman. The book is a comprehensive account of the lineage of Abraham Breneman, tracing his descendants from their origins to present day. The book includes information about the family's...

""Ben Butler: The South Called Him Beast!"" is a biography of Benjamin F. Butler, a controversial figure in American history who served as a Union general during the Civil War and later as a politician. Written by Hans Louis Trefousse, the book provides a...

""Alcuin, Friend of Charlemagne: His World and His Work"" is a biography of the life and achievements of Alcuin, a prominent scholar and advisor to Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor. The book explores Alcuin's upbringing in Anglo-Saxon England, his education at York and...

The Oak Ridge Story: The Saga Of A People Who Share In History is a book written by George Oscar Robinson Jr., which provides a comprehensive account of the history of Oak Ridge, a city located in Tennessee, USA. The book begins with the...

In Praise of Gentlemen is a book written by Henry Dwight Sedgwick, a prominent American lawyer and author. The book is a collection of essays that explore the concept of the gentleman and its relevance in modern society. Sedgwick argues that the ideal of...

""The New England Courant: A Selection Of Certain Issues Containing Writings Of Benjamin Franklin"" is a book that features a collection of writings by one of America's founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. The book focuses on Franklin's contributions to the New England Courant, a newspaper...

Evolution of a Federalist: William Loughton Smith of Charleston, 1758-1812 is a biographical work by George C. Rogers Jr. that chronicles the life and political career of William Loughton Smith. Smith was a prominent figure in the early American government and a staunch supporter...

""Joseph Hawley, Colonial Radical"" is a biographical account of the life and career of Joseph Hawley, a prominent figure in the American colonial era. Written by Ernest Francis Brown, the book traces Hawley's life from his birth in 1723 to his death in 1788,...

""Alexander Hamilton: Portrait In Paradox"" is a biography written by John Chester Miller that explores the life of one of America's founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton. The book delves into Hamilton's complex personality and the contradictions that existed within his beliefs and actions. Miller examines...

""The Dionne Legend: Quintuplets In Captivity"" is a non-fiction book written by Lillian Barker that tells the story of the Dionne quintuplets, who were born in Canada in 1934 and became a worldwide sensation. The book explores the exploitation and captivity of the quintuplets...

Nachman Syrkin, Socialist Zionist: A Biographical Memoir And Selected Essays is a book that chronicles the life and work of Nachman Syrkin, a prominent figure in the Zionist movement. The book is written by Marie Syrkin, Nachman's daughter, and includes a biographical memoir that...

""Assignment: Churchill"" by Walter Henry Thompson is a historical book that explores the life and leadership of Winston Churchill during World War II. The book covers Churchill's appointment as Prime Minister of Britain in 1940, his leadership during the war, and his relationships with...

The French Faust: Henri De Saint-Simon is a biographical book written by Mathurin Dondo. The book tells the story of Henri De Saint-Simon, a French philosopher and social theorist who lived in the 19th century. Saint-Simon was known for his ideas on social organization...