Biography & Autobiography - Historical

""The Catchings and Holliday Families: And Various Related Families, In Virginia, Georgia, Mississippi And Other Southern States"" is a historical account of the genealogy and family history of the Catchings and Holliday families, as well as other related families, in the southern United States....

Cowboys and Colonels is a book written by Edmond Mandat-Grancey in 1887. It is a narrative of his journey across the prairie and over the Black Hills of Dakota. The book provides a vivid description of the American West during the late 19th century,...

William Presbrey, Of London, England, And Taunton, Massachusetts: And His Descendants, 1690-1918 (1918) is a comprehensive genealogical account of the Presbrey family, tracing their lineage from William Presbrey, who emigrated from London to Taunton in 1690. Written by Joseph Waite Presby, this book provides...

Benjamin Jowett: Master of Balliol is a biography written by Lionel Arthur Tollemache in 1904. The book chronicles the life of Benjamin Jowett, a renowned scholar and academic who served as the Master of Balliol College at Oxford University for over thirty years. The...

The Unpopular King V2: The Life And Times Of Richard III is a historical book written by Alfred Owen Legge and originally published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive biography of King Richard III, who ruled England from 1483 until his death in...

""The Life of the Blessed Emperor Constantine, in Four Books: From 306 to 337 A.D."" is a historical account of the life and reign of Emperor Constantine, written by Pamphilus and Eusebius. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different period...

The Whitefoord Papers is a book that contains the correspondence and other manuscripts of Charles Whitefoord and Caleb Whitefoord. The letters and documents span from 1739 to 1810 and offer a unique insight into the lives of two prominent figures during this time period....

""The Life of the Blessed Emperor Constantine, in Four Books: From 306 to 337 A.D."" is a historical account of the life and reign of Emperor Constantine, written by the early Christian historian Eusebius, under the pseudonym Pamphilus. The book is divided into four...

The Diary of Mr. James Melvill, 1556-1601 is a historical book written by James Melvill and published in 1829. The book is a collection of personal diary entries written by James Melvill, a Scottish minister and scholar, during the late 16th century. The diary...

A Golden Legacy To The Gibbs Family In America (1893) is a historical book written by Montgomery B. Gibbs. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Gibbs family and their legacy in America. It traces the family's roots back to their origins in...

The Stirlings of Craigbernard and Glorat is a historical book written by Joseph Bain and published in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the Stirling family, who were representatives of the House of Cadder and Earls of Bothwell. The book covers the...

""The Journal of Alexander Chesney"" is a historical book written by Alexander Chesney himself, chronicling his experiences as a loyalist during the American Revolution and his life thereafter. Chesney was a resident of South Carolina who remained loyal to the British Crown during the...

""Richard Pinkham of Old Dover, New Hampshire: And His Descendants, East and West"" is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Pinkham family. The book was written by Charles Nelson Sinnett and was first published in 1908. The main focus of the book is Richard...

Life In A Steamer: Or The Letter Bag Of The Great Western (1859) is a book written by Sam Slick. The book is a collection of humorous anecdotes and observations about life on board the Great Western, a steamship that traveled between England and...

""The Journal of Alexander Chesney, A South Carolina Loyalist in the Revolution and After"" is a historical account of the life and experiences of Alexander Chesney, a loyalist from South Carolina during the American Revolution. The book, written by E. Alfred Jones and published...

Historical Sketch of Colonel Benjamin Bellows: Founder of Walpole (1855) is a biographical work written by Henry Whitney Bellows that details the life and accomplishments of Colonel Benjamin Bellows. Bellows was a prominent figure in the founding of Walpole, New Hampshire, and played a...

From East Prussia To The Golden Gate: Letters And Diary Of The California Pioneer is a book written by Frank Lecouvreur and published in 1906. The book is a collection of letters and diary entries that chronicle the author's journey from East Prussia to...

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...

Biographical Sketches and Records of the Ezra Olin Family is a historical book written by George Sheldon Nye and published in 1892. The book provides a detailed account of the life and times of the Olin family, one of the oldest and most prominent...

Episodes in an Obscure Life is a novel written by Richard Rowe and first published in 1871. The book is a coming-of-age story that follows the life of a young man named Robert Etheridge as he navigates the challenges and complexities of growing up...

Contemporary Memoirs of Russia: From the Year 1727 to 1744 is a historical book written by Christof Hermann Von Manstein and first published in 1856. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social events that took place in Russia during the...

Charles Minton Baker and the Pioneer Trail is a historical account of the life and adventures of Charles Minton Baker, a pioneer who played a significant role in the development of the American West. Written by Edward Larrabee Baker, the book chronicles Charles Baker's...

A Biographical Memoir Of The Public And Private Life Of The Much Lamented Princess Charlotte Augusta Of Wales And Saxe-Coburg is a historical book written by Augusta and Charlotte in 1817. The book is a detailed account of the life of Princess Charlotte Augusta,...

""The Strange Death of Adolf Hitler"" is a book that explores the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of the infamous Nazi leader. Written by an anonymous author, the book delves into the various conspiracy theories that have emerged over the years, suggesting that Hitler...

The Memoirs of Doctor Felix Kersten is a biographical account of the life and work of Felix Kersten, a Finnish-born masseur who became the personal physician and confidante of Heinrich Himmler, the head of the SS during World War II. Written by Herma Briffault,...

""The Life of Lord Curzon"" is an authorized biography of George Nathaniel Marquess Curzon of Kedleston, written by Ronaldshay, Earl of. This book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of Lord Curzon, a prominent British statesman and colonial administrator during the...

The Bonapartes In America is a non-fiction book written by Clarence Edward Macartney. The book explores the history of the Bonaparte family in America, specifically their experiences and impact on American society. The Bonapartes were a prominent European family, with Napoleon Bonaparte being one...

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...

""Ruler Of The Reading: The Life Of Frank B. Gowen 1836-1889"" is a biography written by Marvin W. Schlegel. The book tells the story of Frank B. Gowen, a prominent figure in the late 19th century in Reading, Pennsylvania. Gowen was a lawyer, businessman,...

""Rebel, Priest and Prophet: A Biography of Dr. Edward McGlynn"" by Stephen Bell is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of one of the most controversial figures in American Catholicism. Dr. Edward McGlynn was a Catholic priest, social reformer, and political activist...

The Life Of Henry Bruce is a biography written by Harry T. Morgan. The book is a detailed account of the life of Henry Bruce, who was a prominent figure in American politics in the late 19th century. Bruce was born into slavery in...

Erasmus and the Age of Reformation is a historical book written by Johan Huizinga that provides a detailed account of the life and works of the famous Dutch philosopher, theologian, and humanist, Erasmus. The book offers an insightful analysis of the Renaissance period and...

""Biography Of A Family: Catherine De Medici And Her Children"" by Milton Waldman is a historical non-fiction book that explores the life of Catherine De Medici, a powerful queen who played a significant role in the history of France. The book provides an in-depth...

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...

Archibald Cary Coolidge: Life and Letters is a biographical work that chronicles the life and career of Archibald Cary Coolidge, an American historian, diplomat, and academic. Written by Harold Jefferson Coolidge, a distant relative of the subject, the book is based on Coolidge's personal...

Solitude is a philosophical treatise written by Johann Georg Zimmerman and first published in 1784. The book explores the concept of solitude and its effects on the human psyche, delving into the benefits and drawbacks of being alone. Zimmerman argues that solitude is essential...

Pioneering The West, 1846 To 1878: Major Howard Egan�������s Diary (1917) is a historical book that chronicles the journey of Major Howard Egan and his fellow pioneers as they traveled through the western United States in the mid-19th century. The book is written by...

Memoirs of Gustave Koerner, 1809-1896 Volume 1 is a book written by Gustav Koerner. The book is a collection of life sketches written by Koerner at the suggestion of his children. The book was first published in 1909 and provides a unique insight into...

The Life of Sir Thomas More, written by William Roper in 1817, is a detailed biography of the famous English lawyer, philosopher, and statesman. The book chronicles More's life from his childhood in London to his rise to prominence as a lawyer and his...

Simeon North: First Official Pistol Maker Of The United States, A Memoir (1913) is a book written by Simon Newton Dexter North about his ancestor, Simeon North. Simeon North was the first official pistol maker of the United States and played a significant role...

Novissima Verba: Last Words 1920 (1921) is a book written by Frederic Harrison. It is a collection of essays that were written during the year 1920, which was a time of great change and upheaval in the world. The essays cover a wide range...

Memoir of John Michell (1918) is a biographical account of the life and work of John Michell, a British scientist who lived from 1724 to 1793. The book is written by Archibald Geikie, a Scottish geologist and writer who was a friend and admirer...

""Kit Carson, The Prince Of The Gold Hunters: The Miser John Vernon, Discovering The Suicide Of His Wife, Who Had For Years Eluded His Pursuit (1849)"" is a historical novel written by Charles E. Averill. The book tells the story of Kit Carson, a...

""Journal Of My Journey Over The Mountains In The Northern Neck Of Virginia Beyond The Blue Ridge, 1747-1748"" is a historical book written by George Washington, the first President of the United States. The book is a personal journal of Washington's journey over the...

Indian Sketches And The Last Of The Pottawatomie Chiefs is a book written by the French Jesuit missionary and explorer, Pere Marquette. The book was originally published in 1912 and provides a detailed account of Marquette's experiences with the Native American tribes of the...

The Pilgrimage Of Sir Richard Guylforde To The Holy Land, A.D. 1506 is a historical travelogue written by Henry Ellis and published in 1838. The book chronicles the journey of Sir Richard Guylforde, an English nobleman, as he travels to the Holy Land in...

The Man Who Married Lincoln's Parents is a historical book written by William Eleazar Barton and published in 1922. The book tells the story of Thomas Lincoln, the father of the famous American president Abraham Lincoln, and his marriage to Nancy Hanks. The author...

The Life of Jesse W. Fell is a biography written by Frances Milton Irene Morehouse and published in 1916. The book chronicles the life of Jesse W. Fell, a prominent businessman and philanthropist from Bloomington, Illinois. Fell was known for his contributions to the...

Claude's Book is a memoir written by Claude H. Kelway-Bamber and published in 1919. The book is a collection of personal stories and reflections from Kelway-Bamber's life, spanning from his childhood to his experiences in World War I. The author shares his observations on...

""The Life of James W. Grimes"" is a biography written by William Salter that chronicles the life and political career of James W. Grimes, who served as Governor of Iowa from 1854 to 1858 and as a Senator of the United States from 1859...