Biography & Autobiography - Historical

*Includes pictures*Includes contemporary accounts*Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading "If you'll gather 'round me, children, a story I will tell'Bout Pretty Boy Floyd, an Outlaw, Oklahoma knew him well." - Woody Guthrie, "The Ballad of Pretty Boy Floyd" (1939)November 1, 1932...

Dragons and Violins is the story of George Edgar, born in Persia at a time of terrible violence against Assyrian Christians. His family escaped to Russia, then Constantinople, and finally to the United States on July 4th, 1921. In World War II, he helped...

Abraham Lincoln raved that this series of historical biographies gave him "just that knowledge of past men and events which I need. I have read them with the greatest interest. To them I am indebted for about all the historical knowledge I have." Considered...

Most Civil War histories focus on the performance of top-level generals. However, it was the individual officers below them who actually led the troops to enact the orders. Some of these were remarkably effective. One such officer was Edmund Winchester Rucker. He was a...

Comprehensive biography of Anthony Fokker, the famed Dutch pilot and daredevil aviator Anthony Fokker: The Flying Dutchman Who Shaped American Aviation tells the larger-than-life true story of maverick pilot and aircraft manufacturer Anthony Fokker. Fokker came from an affluent Dutch family and developed a...

Living in Spain's Turbulent Years is the story of a remarkable person: Trinidad Martin G mez. She is born in 1907 in Extremadura (Central West Spain). Being one twelve children Trinidad faces a difficult beginning. There is no schooling for her, only work at...

The House of Seleucus V1 is a historical book written by Edwyn Robert Bevan. The book is a detailed account of the Seleucid Empire, which was one of the largest empires of the ancient world. The Seleucid Empire was founded by Seleucus I Nicator,...

Harriet Tubman was a fugitive slave whose work as a conductor on the Underground Railroad made her a legend. Born in Dorchester County, Maryland, Tubman escaped from slavery in 1849 and supported herself by working in Philadelphia hotels before relocating to Canada and, later,...

Lafayette was a charming French soldier who became like a son to George Washington and rose to lead troops in Virginia during the American Revolution. But what happened to him upon his return to France? Donald Miller presents the most complete biography in English...

Fanny Lear: Love and Scandal in Tsarist Russia>/i> tells the story of Harriet Clarissima Ely Blackford, also known as Fanny Lear. She was an American courtesan in the late nineteenth century, a strong, independent woman who refused to accept the restrictions placed on women...

The mid-1800s were years of unrest, foment, and violent ethnic and racial prejudice. Outwardly peaceful Connecticut towns were no exception. Irish immigrants were castigated as a lowly race. They faced hateful venom with courage and laughter, becoming significant contributors to American culture. The authors...

Prior to the stock market crash in 1929, Holland was a prosperous country where its people enjoyed secure futures-or so they thought. After the world's economic collapse, millions were forced into a poverty-stricken existence where every day was a struggle to survive. A Lousy...

Yellowstone Kelly: The Memoirs Of Luther S. Kelly is an autobiographical book written by Luther S. Kelly. The book is a first-hand account of the life of Luther S. Kelly, a legendary frontiersman, and soldier who played a significant role in the development of...

The Life of St. Cecilia by Bertha Ellen Lovewell is a biographical account of the patron saint of music, St. Cecilia. The book explores the life of Cecilia, who was born in Rome in the 2nd century AD, and her devotion to Christianity. The...

Vaught's Practical Character Reader is a book written by L. A. Vaught that aims to help readers understand the personalities and character traits of people they interact with. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part providing an overview of the...

Life Journals And Correspondence Of Manasseh Cutler V2 is a book written by William P. Cutler. It is a comprehensive collection of the life journals and correspondence of Manasseh Cutler, who was a prominent figure in American history. The book provides an in-depth look...

The Letters and Times of the Tylers V1 is a historical book written by Lyon Gardiner Tyler. The book is a compilation of letters, documents, and personal accounts of the Tyler family, particularly the 10th US President, John Tyler, and his family. The book...

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 is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This is a new release of the original 1938 edition.Author: Chief EaglewingISBN-10: 1258985276ISBN-13: 9781258985271Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 44Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.16lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.09d

Author: John Vreeland HaringISBN-10: 1258819708ISBN-13: 9781258819705Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/21/2013Pages: 368Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.08lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.76d

THE MEMOIRS AND OTHER KEY WRITINGS OF THOMAS JEFFERSON, PRIMARY AUTHOR OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE.Also includes: The Declaration of Independence The Louisiana Purchase, Notes on Virginia Thomas Jefferson's First Inaugural Address Letter to Congress Regarding Lewis and Clark Expedition The Louisiana Purchase Treaty...

The People is a historical book written by Jules Michelet and originally published in 1846. It is a comprehensive study of the French people and their history, from the Middle Ages to the mid-19th century. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing...

Marie Derville: A Story of a French Boarding School is a novel written by Madame Guizot De Witt in 1873. The story is set in a boarding school in France and follows the life of a young girl named Marie Derville. The book explores...

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 Story of Silk, written by Sara Ware Bassett and first published in 1918, is a historical account of the origins, production, and trade of silk. The book begins with an introduction to the ancient Chinese legend of the discovery of silk and the...

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...

Crockford's V1: Or Life In The West is a book written by Deale and originally published in 1828. The book is a fictional account of life in the western part of the United States during the 19th century. It follows the story of a...

The Life of Charles Thomson: Secretary of the Continental Congress and Translator of the Bible from the Greek by Lewis R. Harley is a biographical account of Charles Thomson's life. Thomson was the Secretary of the Continental Congress and played a significant role in...

Texas: A Romantic Story For Young People is a historical novel written by J. Walker McSpadden. The story is set in Texas during the mid-1800s, when the state was still a part of Mexico. The book follows the life of a young Texan boy...

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 Book of Craftsmen: The Story of Man's Handiwork Through the Ages is a comprehensive exploration of the history of craftsmanship and the evolution of human creativity. Written by Marjory Bruce, this book takes readers on a journey through time, from the earliest known...

""Reminiscences of Levi Coffin, the Reputed President of the Underground Railroad"" is a memoir written by Levi Coffin, an American abolitionist who played a crucial role in helping slaves escape to freedom during the mid-19th century. In his book, Coffin recounts his experiences as...

""Constantine the Great and the Christian Revolution"" is a historical book written by G.P. Baker. The book explores the life and reign of Constantine the Great, the first Christian emperor of the Roman Empire. It delves into the religious and political climate of the...

""The Fair Quaker: Hannah Lightfoot, And Her Relations With George III"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Mary Lucy Pendered and published in 1911. The book explores the alleged romantic relationship between Hannah Lightfoot, a Quaker woman, and King George III of England...

Marie Derville: A Story Of A French Boarding School is a novel written by Madame Guizot De Witt and published in 1873. The story takes place in a French boarding school and follows the life of a young girl named Marie Derville. Marie is...

""Notable Men of Kentucky: At the Beginning of the 20th Century 1901-1902"" is a historical book written by Ben La Bree and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive account of the most prominent men in Kentucky during the early 1900s. It includes...

The life of T Nagy (1908-1979), Jesuit, Mason, and secret service agent, offers fascinating insights into interwar Hungary, the Catholic Church and Vatican diplomacy, Freemasonry, and the activities of communist state security service.As a young Jesuit Nagy was one of the leaders of a...

Stories and Folklore of West Cornwall is a book written by William Bottrell and published in 1880. The book is a collection of stories and folklore that have been passed down through generations in the West Cornwall region of England. The tales cover a...

Carmen: A Spanish Story is a novella written by French author Prosper Merimee and published in 1893. The story is set in Spain and follows the life of a young soldier named Don Jose, who falls in love with a beautiful and seductive gypsy...

The Story of Little Nell: From Old Curiosity Shop (1897) is a novel written by the renowned English author Charles Dickens. The book follows the story of a young girl named Little Nell, who lives with her grandfather in a shop filled with curiosities....

The History Of His Own Time: Compiled From The Original Manuscripts, Of His Late Excellence Matthew Prior, is a book written by English poet and diplomat Matthew Prior in 1740. The book is a compilation of Prior's personal accounts and observations of the events...

""Liadain And Curithir: An Irish Love Story Of The Ninth Century"" is a novel written by Kuno Meyer and published in 1902. The story is set in Ireland in the 9th century and tells the tale of two lovers, Liadain and Curithir, who are...

The Final Report of General John J. Pershing, Commander-In-Chief American Expeditionary Forces (1920) is a historical document written by John Joseph Pershing, an American general who served as the commander of the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. The book is a detailed...

The Heurich family was one of the most prominent families in Washington, D.C. in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and this book provides a comprehensive history of their lives and achievements. The author focuses on the life of Christian Heurich, a successful brewer...

A collection of biographical sketches of notable citizens and families from an important county in Pennsylvania's early history.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 is in...

Written by Ignatius Cockshutt himself and edited by his family, this book offers a unique and personal account of one man's life in 19th century rural England. From his childhood as a farmer's son to his later years as a successful businessman and community...

Aldridge's fascinating study explores the relationship between Benjamin Franklin and his many influential French associates, including philosophers, statesmen, and scientists. From Franklin's early days as a diplomat and printer to his later years as a celebrated elder statesman, this book sheds new light on...

Isaac Newton was accorded a semi-divine status in the 18th and 19th centuries, whereby his image linked together religion and science. The real human being behind the demi-god image has tended to be lost. He was a person who took credit from others, and...

Discover the remarkable life of Alexander the Great...Alexander the Great. A boy, groomed for greatness from the earliest age, who would put his stamp on the world for generations to come. A man who sought immortality and achieved it in just ten years. A...

Ce livre fascinant retrace la vie d'Ali Pasha de Tepelini, une figure clé de l'histoire albanaise qui a régéné tous les aspects de la vie politique, économique et sociale de la région. L'auteur nous livre une enquête minutieuse sur la vie complexe de cette...