Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Tiberius: The Resentful Caesar by Gregorio Maranon is a biography of the Roman Emperor Tiberius, who ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. The book explores the life of Tiberius, from his childhood to his ascension to the throne, and examines his complex personality...

The Missing Macleans is a non-fiction book written by Geoffrey Hoare. It tells the story of the Maclean brothers, Ian and Alistair, who disappeared in 1956 while working as spies for the British government in Cold War-era Eastern Europe. The book explores the circumstances...

""Profile of America: An Autobiography of the U.S.A."" by Emily Davie is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the history, culture, and society of the United States of America. The book is structured like an autobiography, with the country as the...

Memoirs of the American Revolution Volume 2 is a historical book written by William Moultrie in 1802. The book focuses on the American Revolution and its impact on the states of North and South Carolina as well as Georgia. Moultrie, who was a prominent...

The Autobiography of Thomas Jefferson, 1743-1790, is a first-hand account of the life of one of America's founding fathers. Written by Thomas Jefferson himself, the book provides an intimate look at the man behind the legend, detailing his early years, his education, his political...

Paul De Rousiers' American Life is a book written by Paul De Rousiers, a French author and economist who traveled to the United States in the early 20th century. The book is a detailed account of his observations and experiences during his time in...

The Bamboo Garden is a novel written by Algernon B. Freeman-Mitford, a British diplomat and writer, first published in 1896. The story is set in Japan and follows the life of a young Englishman named Hugh Neville, who travels to Japan to work as...

Sir Titus Salt, Baronet: His Life And Its Lessons by Balgarnie, Robert is a biographical account of the life of Sir Titus Salt, a prominent industrialist and philanthropist of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of Salt's life, from...

The book ""Memoir Of The Life Of Richard Henry Lee And His Correspondence With The Most Distinguished Men In America And Europe: Illustrative Of Their Characters And Of The Events Of The American Revolution"" is a comprehensive account of the life of Richard Henry...

""Four American Naval Heroes: Paul Jones, Oliver H. Perry, Admiral Farragut, Admiral Dewey, A Book for Young Americans"" is a biographical book that narrates the lives and achievements of four distinguished naval officers in American history. The book is authored by Mabel Borton Beebe...

Doctor Rabelais is a biography of the French Renaissance writer and physician, Fran�����ois Rabelais, written by D.B. Wyndham Lewis. The book explores Rabelais' life and work, including his famous satirical novels, Gargantua and Pantagruel, which are known for their irreverent humor and social commentary....

""Argentine Diary: The Inside Story Of The Coming Of Fascism"" by Ray Josephs is a detailed account of the rise of fascism in Argentina during the 1970s. The author, who was a journalist at the time, provides a first-hand perspective of the political and...

The Life of Roger Sherman is a biography written by Lewis Henry Boutell, which narrates the life of Roger Sherman, one of the founding fathers of the United States. Sherman was a lawyer, politician, and statesman who played a crucial role in the American...

The book titled ""The Family of William Penn, Founder of Pennsylvania: Ancestry and Descendants"" by Howard Malcolm Jenkins is a comprehensive account of the genealogy of the Penn family. William Penn, who founded the state of Pennsylvania in the United States, was a prominent...

The book ""Life Of Mary Cherubina Clare Of St. Francis"" is a biographical account of the life of Mary Cherubina Clare, a Franciscan nun. The book is written by Lady Herbert and provides a detailed description of Mary Cherubina's life, from her childhood to...

""Statement Of Br. Maj. Gen. O. O. Howard, Before The Committee On Education And Labor, In Defense Against The Charges Presented By Fernando Wood"" is a historical document written by Oliver O. Howard. The book is a transcript of a statement made by Howard...

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, gardening, and rural living in Tudor England. The book covers a wide range of topics including crop rotation, animal...

""A History Of The House Of Percy: From The Earliest Time Down To The Present Century V1"" is a book written by Gerald Brenan. It is a comprehensive account of the history of the House of Percy, one of the most prominent families in...

""Kit Carson's Life and Adventures"" is a biographical account of the famous American frontiersman, Kit Carson. The book is based on facts narrated by Carson himself and covers various events in his life as a hunter, trapper, scout, and guide. Written by Dewitt C....

The book ""Life And Times Of William Samuel Johnson: First Senator In Congress From Connecticut And President Of Columbia College, New York"" is a comprehensive biography of William Samuel Johnson, a prominent figure in American history. The author, E. Edwards Beardsley, delves into the...

The book ""Letters of Abelard and Heloise: To Which Is Prefixed A Particular Account Of Their Lives, Amours And Misfortunes"" is a collection of letters exchanged between the medieval French philosopher and theologian, Peter Abelard, and his student and lover, Heloise. The letters provide...

Reminiscences Of The Civil War is a personal account of the American Civil War by John Brown Gordon, a Confederate general who fought in many of the war's major battles. The book is divided into two parts, with the first covering Gordon's experiences as...

""Saladin and the Fall of the Kingdom of Jerusalem"" by Stanley Lane-Poole is a historical account of the conflict between the Muslim leader Saladin and the Christian Crusaders during the late 12th century. The book explores the rise of Saladin, his military campaigns, and...

""The Daughter of Peter the Great"" is a historical fiction novel by Robert Bain. The story is set in 18th century Russia and follows the life of Catherine, the daughter of Peter the Great. Catherine is a strong-willed and intelligent young woman who is...

The book ""History Of Middle Tennessee Or Life And Times Of General James Robertson"" by A.W. Putnam is a comprehensive account of the life and times of General James Robertson, a prominent figure in the history of Middle Tennessee. The book covers the early...

""A Quaker Forty-Niner: The Adventures Of Charles Edward Pancoast On The American Frontier"" is a biographical account of Charles Edward Pancoast, a Quaker who traveled to California during the Gold Rush of 1849. Written by Anna Paschall Hannum, the book details Pancoast's experiences as...

Theodoric The Goth is a historical biography written by Thomas Hodgkin. The book tells the story of Theodoric, a Germanic warrior who rose to become king of the Ostrogoths and ruler of Italy during the 5th and 6th centuries AD. Hodgkin's narrative explores Theodoric's...

Cabool is a personal narrative written by Alexander Burnes about his journey to and residence in the city of Kabul from 1836 to 1838. Burnes was a British explorer and diplomat who was sent to Afghanistan to establish diplomatic relations with the ruling Emir,...

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...

The Autobiography of William Stout, of Lancaster, Wholesale and Retail Grocer and Ironmonger; A Member of the Society of Friends is a memoir written by William Stout about his life experiences. Stout was a successful grocer and ironmonger, and a member of the Society...

""A Winter in Washington V2: Or Memoirs of the Seymour Family"" is a book written by Margaret Bayard Smith. It is a memoir that chronicles the experiences of the Seymour family during their winter stay in Washington, D.C. The book provides a detailed account...

The Nicholas Papers: Correspondence Of Sir Edward Nicholas V1 is a book that contains a collection of letters and documents written by Sir Edward Nicholas, a prominent figure in the English government during the 17th century. The book is divided into volumes, with this...

""The Voice of Destruction: Conversations With Hitler 1940"" is a book written by Hermann Rauschning, a former Nazi and President of the Danzig Senate. In this book, Rauschning claims to have had numerous conversations with Adolf Hitler in 1940, during which Hitler revealed his...

The Quick or the Dead? A Study by Amelie Rives is a thought-provoking book that explores the concept of life and death. The author delves into the question of whether it is better to live a short but meaningful life or a long but...

The book ""Life Of F. M. Buckelew: The Indian Captive"" is an autobiographical account of the author's experience as a captive of Native American tribes during the mid-19th century. F. M. Buckelew was captured at the age of 13 by the Comanche tribe in...

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...

""Georges Clemenceau"" is a biography of the French politician and statesman who played a significant role in shaping the country's history during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Jean Martet, the book delves into the life and career of Clemenceau, from...

Ree Horse Race: An Incident In The Life Of Sitting Bull is a historical novel written by Stanley Vestal. The book is based on a true incident that occurred in the life of the famous Sioux leader, Sitting Bull. The story revolves around a...

Hitler's Reich: The First Phase is a historical account of Adolf Hitler's rise to power and the establishment of the Nazi regime in Germany. Written by Hamilton Fish Armstrong, the book provides a detailed analysis of the political, economic, and social factors that contributed...

""Daniel Boone: Great American Pioneer"" is a biography of one of America's most famous frontiersmen, written by the John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co. The book tells the story of Boone's life, from his childhood in Pennsylvania to his adventures in the wilderness of...

""Varina Howell: Wife of Jefferson Davis"" is a biography written by Eron Rowland about the life and experiences of Varina Howell, the wife of the former Confederate president, Jefferson Davis. The book delves into the complexities of Varina's life, from her upbringing in a...

""The Life of Charles Dickens"" by Thomas Wright is a comprehensive biography of one of the most celebrated and influential writers of the Victorian era. The book traces Dickens' life from his humble beginnings as a young boy working in a factory to his...

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Max Weber by Holger Cahill is a comprehensive biography of the renowned German sociologist and philosopher Max Weber. The book delves into Weber's life, work, and ideas, tracing his intellectual development from his early years in academia to his later years as a prominent...

Kit Carson's Autobiography is a memoir written by the legendary American frontiersman and explorer, Christopher Houston ""Kit"" Carson. The book details Carson's life from his early childhood as a trapper and hunter in Missouri, to his adventures in the American West. Carson's autobiography provides...

""From Oxcart to Airplane: A Biography of George H. Himes"" by Minnie Roof Dee is a detailed account of the life and achievements of George H. Himes, a prominent figure in the history of the Pacific Northwest. Himes was born in 1844 and lived...

""The True Tale of Lady Godiva"" by Charles B. Reed is a historical non-fiction book that delves into the story of Lady Godiva, the noblewoman who famously rode through the streets of Coventry naked to protest her husband's oppressive taxes. The book explores the...

The Diary of Lady Frederick Cavendish Volume 1 is a personal account of the life of Lady Frederick Cavendish, also known as Lucy Cavendish, who was a British socialite and philanthropist in the late 19th century. The diary is a collection of her daily...

The Autobiography of T. Jefferson Coolidge 1831-1920 is a memoir written by T. Jefferson Coolidge himself, chronicling his life from his birth in 1831 to his death in 1920. Coolidge was a prominent American businessman and philanthropist, and his autobiography provides a fascinating insight...

""Ruler of the Reading: The Life of Frank B. Gowen 1836-1889"" is a biography written by Marvin W. Schlegel about the life of Frank B. Gowen, a prominent figure in the history of the Reading Railroad. The book provides a comprehensive account of Gowen's...