Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the...

The centenarians highlighted in this wonderful book are noted only for the length but for the depth and breadth of their lives. In their century of living these fascinating people were able to prove that an individual can make a difference. From music greats...

Author Joseph Howard Tyson, who has written biographies of William Penn, Madame Helena P. Blavatsky, Dietrich Eckart, and Adolf Hitler, admits to being a "closet astrologer." In World War II Leaders: A Historical & Astrological Study he puts Astrology to the test by juxtaposing...

Airman is brought to life through eyewitness accounts recalled from the vivid memory of someone fortunate and bold enough to have lived his dream. Referenced with declassified combat reports, war diaries, government documents and eyewitness accounts; this is a biography of an extraordinary Air...

Four Years in Burmah V2 is a book written by W. H. Marshall, first published in 1860. It is a personal account of the author's experiences while serving as a British official in Burma (now Myanmar) for four years. The book is divided into...

Zane Grey, Man of the West: A Biography by Jean Karr is a comprehensive account of the life of one of America's most beloved Western authors. The book covers Grey's early years, his education and career as a dentist, and his eventual transition to...

Lion's Paws: The Story of Famous Hands is a book written by Nellie Simmons Meier in 1937. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about the hands of famous people throughout history. The author explores the significance of hands in different cultures...

""Let The Coyotes Howl: A Story Of Philmont Scout Ranch"" is a book written by Samuel D. Bogan. The book is a memoir that recounts the author's experiences as a scout at the Philmont Scout Ranch, a high-adventure base located in New Mexico. The...

The Diary Of An American Physician In The Russian Revolution 1917 is a historical account written by Orrin Sage Wightman, an American physician who was present in Russia during the tumultuous period of the Russian Revolution in 1917. The book is a firsthand account...

Gerrit Smith: A Biography is a detailed account of the life of Gerrit Smith, a prominent figure in American history who was known for his activism in the abolitionist movement, as well as his philanthropy and political career. The book, written by Octavius Brooks...

University student Helmut Wegner curses himself for his procrastination as he waits in the rain in the muddy woods for his Fl chthelfer, the escape helpers. Twelve weeks earlier, prior to August 13, 1961, he could have strolled easily across the border separating East...

""Stories of Latter Day Saint Hymns: Their Authors and Composers"" is a book by George D. Pyper that explores the history and background of the hymns used in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). The book includes biographical information about the...

Contributing Authors Include Anna Lewis, A. Emma Estill, Carolyn Thomas Foreman And Many Others.Author: Oklahoma Historical SocietyISBN-10: 1258679469ISBN-13: 9781258679460Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/20/2013Pages: 156Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.33d

Author: Russell KirkISBN-10: 1258450070ISBN-13: 9781258450076Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/28/2012Pages: 240Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.72lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.51d

""The Borderland of Right and Wrong"" is a philosophical and theological exploration of the grey area between morality and immorality. Written by Theodore Graebner, a Lutheran pastor and theologian, the book examines the complexities of ethical decision-making and the various factors that can influence...

Author: Alice Leone MoatsISBN-10: 1258196395ISBN-13: 9781258196394Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.47d

""Statesman, Patriot, and General in Ancient China: Three Shih Chi Biographies of the Ch'in Dynasty, 255-206 B.C."" is a book written by Ssu-Ma, Ch'ien. The book is a collection of three biographies that focus on the lives of prominent figures in ancient China during...

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 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 Life of Florence Nightingale is a biographical account of the renowned British nurse, written by Sarah A. Tooley and originally published in 1905. The book chronicles Nightingale's life from her privileged upbringing in Victorian England to her groundbreaking work as a nurse during...

The Story of Marie Dumont: A Farmer's Daughter is a novel written by Juliet Pollock and originally published in 1882. The story follows the titular character, Marie Dumont, who is the daughter of a farmer in rural France. Despite her humble beginnings, Marie is...

The Journal of Madison Berryman Moorman 1850-1851 is a historical document that chronicles the life of Madison Berryman Moorman, an American farmer and businessman, during the mid-19th century. The book is a compilation of Moorman's personal journal entries, which were written between 1850 and...

Incense-Bearers Of Han: Stories Of Twice-Born Chinese is a book written by James R. Graham, Jr. that provides a collection of stories about the Chinese who have converted to Christianity. The book is set in the early 20th century and focuses on the lives...

Incense-Bearers of Han: Stories of Twice-Born Chinese by James R. Graham, Jr. is a collection of short stories that explores the lives of Chinese immigrants in America during the 20th century. The book takes its title from the ancient Chinese tradition of burning incense...

""Love Stories of Israel and a Parable of Divine Love"" is a collection of short stories and parables written by Louise Seymour Houghton. The book features stories that are set in various locations in Israel, and they explore the themes of love, faith, and...

The Story of Ahikar is a book written by Rutherford H. Platt that tells the story of Ahikar, a wise and wealthy man who served as a counselor to the Assyrian king. The book is based on an ancient text that was discovered in...

Author: Jacqueli FinleyISBN-10: 8215709036ISBN-13: 9798215709030Publisher: Jacqueli Charlene FinleyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/29/2023Pages: 82Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d

Achilles: The Life, Legend and Legacy of Ancient Greece's Greatest Warrior by Hourglass History.From the annals of ancient Greece, strides forth a figure of compelling power and enduring resonance that his shadow yet looms over us across the chasm of millennia. Welcome to the...

The book titled ""The Story Of The Revised New Testament: American Standard Edition (1908)"" by Matthew Brown Riddle is a comprehensive account of the process of revising the New Testament Bible in the United States. The author provides a detailed history of the development...

Compared with the preceding rulers, Julius Caesar and Augustus, the name does not ring out with the same fame and pomposity. Shakespeare wrote no plays about Tiberius; his name does not echo in the history books with the same awe-inspiring prominence. Even his successors,...

The Reminiscences of Carl Schurz offers readers a unique perspective on the history of the United States in the mid-to-late 19th century. Schurz was a German-born American statesman, abolitionist, and journalist who played an important role in the formation of the Republican Party and...

William Wyon was one of the most important engravers of the Royal Mint in the early 19th century, and his work had a profound impact on British coinage and medal design. This memoir, written by his friend and colleague Nicholas Carlisle, provides a fascinating...

This fascinating historical account follows the fortunes of the Stapelton family of Yorkshire, England, from the 11th century to the present day. With a focus on the family's role in local and national politics, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history...

Now in paperback, a compelling biography of Lydia Maria Child, one of nineteenth-century America's most courageous abolitionists. By 1830, Lydia Maria Child had established herself as something almost unheard of in the American nineteenth century: a beloved and self-sufficient female author. Best known today...

This Life of Cromwell is in part based on an article contributed by the author to the Dictionary of National Biography in 1888, but embodies the result of later researches, and of recently discovered documents such as the Clarke Papers. The battle plans have...

"The Rise of a Dictator" chronicles the enigmatic ascent of Idi Amin, from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the most notorious dictators of the 20th century. This comprehensive account delves deep into the social, political, and historical backdrop of Uganda, providing a...

Ross's revelatory biography of Julia Grant, wife of Union general and later President Ulysses S. Grant, brings to life one of the most fascinating and misunderstood women of the 19th century. Drawing on extensive research and firsthand accounts, Ross offers a portrait of a...

This thrilling autobiography tells the story of Colonel William F. Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, one of the most famous American frontier figures. With vivid language and captivating anecdotes, Cody shares his adventures as a buffalo hunter, army scout, and showman, and offers...

At the end of August 2012, the BBC ran a report about the commemoration of a young man who had been killed over 70 years earlier. "A Battle of Britain pilot who was killed when his Spitfire crashed following a dogfight in the skies...

"Legends of the Lawless: Pirates Vol. 1" is a thrilling dive into the untold stories of the sea's most notorious outlaws before the 17th century. This first volume in an exhilarating series explores the daring exploits and tumultuous lives of history's most infamous pirates,...

A biographical accounting of a Civil War Union Soldier. The book contains actual diary entries and letters written during the war along with historical photos. The writings found within the book will show the pain and turmoil that a Civil War soldier had to...

A history of the ancestry of Elizabeth Huey Taylor Cook, tracing various genealogical lines more than four hundred years. Individuals and couples are placed in their historical context, showing their participation in the events of their time (Revolutionary War, Civil War, early settlements in...

Eye-witness account of the theft of the crown of St Stephen in 15c Hungary. Helene Kottanner was servant and confidante of the widowed Queen Elizabeth of Hungary (1409-1442). This is her first-person account of the part she played in the theft of the holy...

Of unique interest to the student of nineteenth century America is this account of the Alabama Clays, who in their private life were typical of the slaveholding aristocracy of the old South, but as lawyer-politicians played significant roles in state and national politics, in...

Edited by the late Philip L. Barbour, acknowledged as the leading authority on Captain John Smith, this annotated three-volume work is the only modern edition of the works of the legendary figure who captured the interest of scholars and general readers for over four...

This is the true story of Carmen Sylvia, an infant girl adopted by Americans working for the CIA in post-World War II Germany. Her journey begins in an enchanted park in Frankfurt where Laural (Carmen Sylvia) encounters a tree spirit with a mysterious message...

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...

In this book Edmund S. Morgan pushes past the image to find the man. He argues that Washington's genius lay in his understanding of both military and political power. This understanding of power was unmatched by that of any of his contemporaries and showed...

Soldier, sea captain, freebooter, courtier, writer, reformer, and informer, Barnaby Rich was a man of his time. In the service of Queen Elizabeth, Rich took part in numerous campaigns fraught with hardship and disaster in France, the Low Countries, and Ireland. After twenty years...

The first volume in the life of America's greatest First Lady, "a woman who changed the lives of millions" (Washington Post). Eleanor Roosevelt, Vol. Three: 1938-1962, will be published in November 2016. Eleanor Roosevelt was born into the privileges and prejudices of American aristocracy...