Biography & Autobiography - Historical

"Autobiography of Captain W.S. Cain" recounts the life and experiences of William Stephen Cain, offering a firsthand account of his career and times. Likely detailing his involvement with railroads and other significant historical events, this autobiography provides valuable insights into 19th-century American life. Readers...

A vivid biography of the nineteenth-century French-Italian aristocrat Marquis de Morès, the first political leader to master the blend of racialized hatred, cross-class solidarity, and paramilitary violence that Benito Mussolini would call "fascism." The Marquis de Morès was the first populist, white supremacist, and...

Joe Farrell, Joe Farley, and Lawrence Knorr have traveled across the eastern USA to the graves of over 200 founding fathers (and mothers) responsible for the birth of the United States of America. Included in this first volume are biographies and grave information for...

"The Secret American" is a memoir written by Peter James, a first-generation American, world traveler, and former rocket engineer who helped the CIA on a gratis basis during the "Cold War". He "unofficially" interacted with high level Russian espionage agents, officials, scientists, and engineers,...

The legacy of Filoteo Palmares Sr., The Grand Old Man of Passi, is a testament to the enduring power of service, humanity, and unwavering dedication. From humble beginnings to becoming a revered leader, Filoteo's journey was filled with challenges, triumphs, and an unyielding commitment...

Discover the untold story of empire from the inside out in Who Colonized Who, the groundbreaking journey that turns conventional history on its head. Drawing on recently declassified archives, lost personal diaries, and the voices of descendants from every corner of the former colonies,...

Against the Tide recounts the journey of a frail young boy who found his strength in running, sparking his dream of becoming an Olympic athlete.His adventures included lumberjacking in British Columbia and working on a tramp steamer to the Arctic. Running led him to...

In the 14th century BC, the Hittite Empire reigned supreme, with Suppiluliumas at its helm. This saga, "I, the Sun," draws from ancient texts like the Amarna letters and court records, bringing to life the story of a king whose influence was felt from...

Little Wheels is a humorous account of a road trip from Sydney to Cape York and Thursday Island by Hector MacQuarrie and Richard Mathews, his mechanic mate, in 1927, over "roads" that had never been motored before. In those days, all roads stopped at...

Every family has a story. And for Angela Fortnum, her maternal family story would begin eight generations before her and reach back to the turn of the eighteenth century in England - and it is a story that she will tell and continue today....

Gozo, Malta Environmental History. Some beautiful treasures are waiting to be discovered. Discover Gozo. Find out about the Sister Islands of Gozo and Comino, about how easy it is getting there and getting around, about the choice of accommodation available from top-range hotels to...

This unique collection of pictorial materials and illustrations relates to Benjamin Wills Newton (1807-1899). He was an evangelical Christian leader and expositor who at times ministered to large congregations in England in the nineteenth century. He was a prolific writer. This book includes portraits...

The first translation into English of Jérémie Gallon's prize-winning contemporary biography, Kissinger, the European draws lessons from Kissinger's life and actions and discusses how they might be used to create a more coherent and stronger European foreign policy. This new English edition includes an...

Not many know that during World War II the United States kept over 400,000 German and Italian prisoners of war within our continental borders. Due to the shortage of workers in America, twenty-five of those prisoners of war worked on Bill Taylor's cotton farm...

David Thompson�������s Narrative Of His Explorations In Western America, 1784-1812 is a historical account of the travels and discoveries of David Thompson, a British-Canadian explorer who mapped large portions of western North America in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book was...

A place whose history has long been a source of fable and fascination, Carmel-by-the-Sea is a community whose ancestors summered by the sea and ultimately stayed through the seasons. After founders Frank Powers and Frank Devendorf populated the once-barren potato patches with artists and...

""The Story of Philadelphia"" by Lillian Ione Rhoades is a comprehensive historical account of the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The book covers the city's founding by William Penn in 1682 and follows its development through the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and into the...

Beloved Rabbi: An Account Of The Life And Works Of Henry Berkowitz is a biography written by Max E. Berkowitz. The book tells the story of Henry Berkowitz, a prominent rabbi who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author provides...

Westward With Dragoons: The Journal Of William Clark is a historical non-fiction book written by Kate L. Gregg. The book is a compilation of the journal entries of William Clark, one of the leaders of the Lewis and Clark expedition that explored the western...

The Life of Thomas Paine is a biography written by James Cheetham about the famous political activist and writer Thomas Paine. The book chronicles Paine's life from his early years in England to his eventual move to America, where he played a significant role...

Red Patriots: The Story Of The Seminoles is a non-fiction book written by Charles H. Coe. The book tells the story of the Seminole people, a Native American tribe that originally lived in Florida. The book covers the history of the Seminole people from...

As the childless Elizabeth I lay on her deathbed, discussions over who would succeed her as ruler of England raged on amongst her advisors.The succession to Elizabeth's throne was hotly debated throughout her reign (1558-1603) and despite having no direct heir, the queen refused...

""Nicole Oresme and the Astrologers: A Study of His Livre de Divinacions"" is a book written by George William Coopland. It is a study of the Livre de Divinacions, a medieval manuscript written by Nicole Oresme, a French philosopher and theologian. The manuscript is...

Better Eating From Start To Finish: The Story Of The Hobart Manufacturing Company is a comprehensive book that details the history of the Hobart Manufacturing Company, a renowned manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment. Written by David A. Meeker, the book provides a fascinating look...

The Story of the Waldorf Astoria is a comprehensive historical account of one of New York City's most iconic hotels. Written by Edward Hungerford, a journalist and author who covered the hotel extensively during its early years, the book delves into the Waldorf Astoria's...

Author: Margie I. MillsISBN-10: 1258156172ISBN-13: 9781258156176Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 100Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.21d

""We Are Seven: A Tale For Children"" is a classic children's book written by Caroline Birley in 1879. The story revolves around a young girl who insists that she has six siblings, despite the fact that two of them have passed away. The protagonist's...

Gerard Mastyn, The Son Of A Genius: A Story For Young Men is a novel written by E. Harcourt Burrage in 1877. The story follows the life of Gerard Mastyn, the son of a famous inventor and genius. Despite his father's success, Gerard struggles...

""Chedayne of Kotono"" is a historical novel written by Ausburn Towner and published in 1877. Set in the early days of the Republic, the book tells the story of Chedayne, a young man from the fictional town of Kotono. Chedayne is a member of...

The book ""Ancestral Chronological Record Of The Hillman Family: 1550-1905"" is a genealogical record of the Hillman family from 1550 to 1905. The author, H.W. Hillman, has compiled a comprehensive history of the family, including their origins, migrations, and notable achievements. The book is...

The Story of Bethlehem Steel is a historical non-fiction book written by Arundel Cotter and originally published in 1916. The book tells the story of the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, one of the largest and most successful steel companies in the United States during the...

The Life of Ashbel Green is a biographical work written by Joseph Huntington Jones in 1849. The book is a detailed account of the life of Ashbel Green, an American Presbyterian minister, educator, and politician who lived in the late 18th and early 19th...

The Story Of Mary Aikenhead: Foundress Of The Irish Sisters Of Charity is a biographical account of the life and work of Mary Aikenhead, written by Maria Nethercott and published in 1897. Aikenhead was an Irish nun and social reformer who founded the Sisters...

The Life and Illustrious Martyrdom of Sir Thomas More is a historical account written by Thomas Stapleton. This book provides a detailed and comprehensive description of the life and death of Sir Thomas More, a prominent figure in English history. The book covers More's...

Passages From The Autobiography Of A Man Of Kent is a book written by an unknown author who goes by the pseudonym ""Man of Kent."" The book was published in 1866 and is a collection of autobiographical essays that provide a unique insight into...

My Life Of Song is an autobiography written by the renowned Italian opera singer, Tetrazzini, Madame. The book was first published in 1922 and provides a fascinating insight into the life and career of one of the most celebrated sopranos of the early 20th...

The book ""The Inside Story of The Legion"" by Justin Gray is a detailed and informative account of the French Foreign Legion. The author, who served in the Legion for five years, provides an insider's perspective on the history, culture, and operations of this...

The book ""Aaron Burr"" by Henry Childs Merwin is a biography of one of America's most controversial founding fathers. Aaron Burr was a politician, lawyer, and military officer who played a significant role in the early years of the United States. He served as...

Lafayette: A Revolutionary Gentleman is a biography written by Michael De La Bedoyere that explores the life of the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat who played a significant role in the American Revolution. The book chronicles Lafayette's early life in France, his decision...

Georg Sverdrup, The Man And His Message 1848-1907: A Biographical Sketch by Andreas Helland is a book that provides an in-depth look at the life and work of Georg Sverdrup, a prominent Norwegian theologian and educator. The book covers Sverdrup's life from his birth...

Antony by Plutarch is a biographical account of the life of Mark Antony, a Roman politician and general who played a prominent role in the downfall of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. Plutarch, a Greek historian and biographer, wrote...

From Eden to Eden: A Historic and Prophetic Study is a book written by J.H. Waggoner in 1888. The book delves into the history of humanity, starting from the creation of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and ending with the establishment...

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...

""Field Days In California"" is a travelogue written by Bradford Torrey and published in 1913. The book details Torrey's experiences exploring the natural beauty and wildlife of California during a six-month trip in 1911. Torrey, a renowned naturalist and writer, provides vivid descriptions of...

""History Of The Nineteenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, 1861-1865"" is a book written by Ernest Linden Waitt and published in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the experiences of the Nineteenth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. The regiment...

"David Thompson, the explorer" recounts the remarkable life of David Thompson, a pivotal figure in the exploration and mapping of Canada. This biography, by Charles Norris Cochrane, details Thompson's significant contributions to the Northwest Company and the fur trade, charting vast territories across Canada....

"Chronicles of Chicora Wood" offers a vivid glimpse into 19th-century plantation life in South Carolina. Written by Elizabeth W. Allston (Pringle), this historical account delves into the author's personal experiences and family history against the backdrop of Chicora Wood plantation. A significant contribution to...

Discover the extraordinary life of Adoniram Judson, one of the first American missionaries to Burma, in this meticulously prepared biography. Authored by Edward Judson, "The Life of Adoniram Judson" chronicles the unwavering faith and remarkable dedication of a pioneer in Christian missions. This biography...

"The Wizard of Wall Street and His Wealth: or The Life and Deeds of Jay Gould" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most controversial figures in American financial history. This biography, penned by Trumbull White, delves into the world...

"Recollections of Abraham Lincoln 1847-1865" offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the life of one of America's most iconic figures. Written by Ward Hill Lamon, a close associate and friend of Lincoln, this biography provides firsthand accounts and personal observations spanning Lincoln's political...