Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Cavendish's Life Of Wolsey is a biographical work written by George Cavendish about the life of Thomas Wolsey, an English statesman and cardinal in the Catholic Church during the reign of King Henry VIII. The book provides a detailed account of Wolsey's rise to...

Of Long Life is a book written by Elias Ashmole, a 17th century English antiquarian and collector. The book is a collection of various medical and philosophical treatises on the subject of longevity and the pursuit of a long and healthy life. Ashmole draws...

Great Men And Their Environment is a book written by William James that explores the relationship between individuals and the environment in which they live. The book delves into the lives of several famous figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte, William Shakespeare, and Michelangelo, and examines...

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The book ""Jean Paul Marat"" by Elbert Hubbard is a biographical account of the life and career of the French revolutionary figure, Jean Paul Marat. Marat was a journalist and politician who played a major role in the French Revolution, advocating for the overthrow...

Heinrich Heine and Judaism is a book written by Gustav Karpeles, which explores the life and work of the German poet and writer Heinrich Heine, with a focus on his relationship with Judaism. Heine was born into a Jewish family in D�����sseldorf in 1797,...

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The English Alchemists is a comprehensive book written by F. Sherwood Taylor that explores the history and practices of alchemy in England. The book delves into the lives and works of prominent English alchemists such as Roger Bacon, John Dee, and Isaac Newton, as...

The book titled ""Raymond Lully"" is a biography of the medieval philosopher, theologian, and mystic, Raymond Lully. Written by Arthur Edward Waite, the book provides a comprehensive account of Lully's life, work, and legacy. The author delves into Lully's early life, his conversion to...

The book ""Paracelsus As A Theological Writer"" by John Maxson Stillman is an in-depth study of the theological writings of Paracelsus, a Swiss physician and alchemist who lived during the Renaissance period. The book explores Paracelsus' views on God, religion, and the nature of...

Madame Blavatsky's Secret Marriage is a non-fiction book written by Henry S. Olcott. The book is a detailed account of the life of Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, a Russian occultist, philosopher, and author who co-founded the Theosophical Society. The book delves into the personal life...

""Joseph Smith's Prophecy Concerning The Fate Of Stephen A. Douglas"" is a book written by Nephi Lowell Morris. The book explores the prophecy made by Joseph Smith, the founder of the Latter Day Saint movement, about the fate of Stephen A. Douglas, a prominent...

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""Letters, Lectures and Addresses of Charles Edward Garman"" is a collection of writings by the American philosopher and theologian, Charles Edward Garman. The book is edited by Garman's wife, Eliza Miner Garman, and includes letters written by Garman to colleagues and friends, lectures he...

The Story of the Wild West is a book that contains two parts: Buffalo Bill's Autobiography and Campfire Chats. The first part is an autobiography of William F. Cody, also known as Buffalo Bill, who was a famous American scout, bison hunter, and showman....

""The Life and Letters of Sir Harry Johnston"" is a biography of the British explorer, naturalist, and colonial administrator Sir Harry Johnston, written by his son, Alex Johnston. The book covers Johnston's life from his birth in 1858 to his death in 1927, including...

Roxia: A Biographical Novel is a book written by Vernon Franklin Kelly. The book is a fictionalized account of the life of Roxia, a woman who lived in the early 20th century. The story follows Roxia from her childhood in a small town in...

Ernest Renan by J.M. Robertson is a biography of the French philosopher and historian, Ernest Renan. Renan was a controversial figure in his time, known for his views on religion, nationalism, and the role of the individual in society. Robertson's book explores Renan's life...

""Brigham Young the Colonizer"" is a biography written by Milton R. Hunter about the life and accomplishments of Brigham Young, who was a prominent figure in the early history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). The book details Young's...

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""The Mystery Man of Europe Sir Basil Zaharoff"" is a biography written by Dr. Richard Lewinsohn that chronicles the life of one of the most enigmatic figures in European history. Sir Basil Zaharoff was a Greek-born arms dealer and financier who rose to prominence...

The Life of Washington V2 is a biography of the first president of the United States, George Washington, written by the acclaimed American author, Washington Irving. This book is the second volume in a two-volume set and covers the period of Washington's life from...

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One Man's Gold: The Letters and Journal of a Forty Niner is a book written by Enos Christman that provides a firsthand account of the California Gold Rush of 1849. The book is a collection of letters and journal entries written by Christman as...

Bronson Alcott's Fruitlands With Transcendental Wild Oats is a book written by Clara Endicott Sears. It is a detailed account of the Fruitlands experiment, a utopian community founded by Bronson Alcott and Charles Lane in 1843. The book explores the ideas and beliefs of...

The Zodiac: A Life Epitome is a book written by Walter H. Sampson that delves into the history and significance of the zodiac. The zodiac is an astrological system that is based on the twelve constellations that are visible in the night sky. Each...

The Biography of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales is a book written by W. L. Townsend that provides a detailed account of the life of the Prince of Wales. The book covers the Prince's early life, his education, his military service, his...

Sulgrave Manor and the Washingtons is a historical book written by H. Clifford Smith. The book tells the story of Sulgrave Manor, a 16th-century Tudor house located in Northamptonshire, England, and its connection to the Washington family. The Washingtons were an influential family in...

""Quacks of Old London"" by C.J.S. Thompson is a fascinating and detailed exploration of the world of medical quackery in 18th and 19th century London. The book delves into the often bizarre and sometimes dangerous practices of the quacks who peddled their dubious cures...

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The King Family of Suffield, Connecticut is a book that explores the genealogy of the King family. It begins by tracing the family's ancestry back to England in the year 1389 and follows their journey to America in 1662. The book provides a detailed...

""John Gay Of Dedham, Massachusetts And Some Of His Descendants"" is a genealogical book written by Frederick Lewis Gay and published in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of the life of John Gay, an early settler of Dedham, Massachusetts, and his descendants....

Essays and Sketches in Biography is a collection of essays and biographical sketches written by John Maynard Keynes, one of the most influential economists of the 20th century. The book was first published in 1956, after Keynes' death in 1946.The essays and sketches in...

The book ""Ancestry of Lawrence Williams"" was written by Cornelia Bartow Williams and was published in 1915. It is a genealogical record of the Williams family, tracing the lineage of Lawrence Williams, who was a prominent figure in New York society during the late...

""A Brief Biographical Sketch Of I. A. Van Amburgh: And An Illustrated And Descriptive History Of The Animals Contained In His Menagerie"" is a book written by O. J. Ferguson in 1860. The book provides a brief biography of I. A. Van Amburgh, a...

""The World's Greatest Discovery"" by Robert Collier is a self-help book that presents the idea that the greatest discovery a person can make is the power of their own mind. The author explains how the mind works and how it can be used to...

""Records Of The Family Of Strother Of Kirknewton, Fowberry Tower, Wallington, Etc."" is a historical book written by Anthony Strother in 1881. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Strother family's history and genealogy, tracing their lineage from the medieval period to the...

Aguinaldo: A Narrative of Filipino Ambitions is a historical book written by Edwin Wildman in 1901. The book is a detailed account of the life and ambitions of Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines. It covers Aguinaldo's early life, his rise to...

""Chronicles Of The Cochrans"" is a historical book written by Ida Cochran Haughton and published in 1915. It is a series of narratives and events that revolve around the Cochrans family, who have played a significant role throughout history. The book traces the history...

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The London Tradesman is a book written by Robert Campbell in 1747, which provides a comprehensive guide for tradesmen and shopkeepers in London during the 18th century. The book covers a range of topics, including the importance of good customer service, advertising, pricing, and...

Les Anecdotes De Florence: L�������Histoire Secrete De La Maison De Medicis (1734) est un livre �����crit par Antoine Varillas. Ce livre raconte l'histoire secr�����te de la Maison de Medicis, une famille noble italienne qui a jou����� un r�����le important dans l'histoire de Florence et...

L'ouvrage intitul����� ""L'Honeste Homme ou L'Art de Plaire ������ la Cour"" a �����t����� �����crit en 1658 par Nicolas Faret. Ce livre est un guide pratique pour les hommes souhaitant r�����ussir ������ la cour et plaire aux membres de la noblesse. L'auteur y donne des...

A Genealogy Of The Van Pelt Family is a historical book written by Effie Marie Moon Smith in 1918. The book is a comprehensive study of the Van Pelt family, tracing their lineage back to their origins in Europe and their migration to America....

Liber August Herman Francke (1904), scriptus a Stein, Armin, est biographia de vita et opere Augusti Hermani Francke, theologi et philanthropi Germani saeculi XVII et XVIII. In hoc libro, auctor describit vitam Francke ab infantia usque ad mortem, et narrat de ejus studiis theologicis,...

Das Buch ""Albrecht Von Haller: Darstellung Seines Lebens Nach Den Briefen Seiner Freunde Und Nach Seinen Eigenen Aufzeichnungen"" aus dem Jahr 1878 beschreibt das Leben des ber�����hmten Schweizer Arztes, Botanikers und Dichters Albrecht von Haller. Die Biografie basiert auf Briefen von Freunden und Bekannten...

""A Memoir Of Chirk Castle And The Myddelton Family: A.D. 1011 To A.D. 1859"" is a historical memoir written by Hugh Roberts in 1859. The book details the history of Chirk Castle, a medieval fortress in Wales that has been owned by the Myddelton...

The Beloved's Little While is a novel written by William Fergusson and first published in 1867. The story follows the life of a young woman named Agnes, who is deeply in love with a man named Arthur. However, their relationship is complicated by the...

Memorials of the Clan Shaw is a historical book written by William George Shaw in 1871. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Shaw clan, a Scottish Highland clan that originated from the region of Tordarroch in the Scottish Highlands. The book traces...