Biography & Autobiography - Historical

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Author: Charles Franklin Kettering, Allen OrthISBN-10: 1258798409ISBN-13: 9781258798406Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/31/2013Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.22d

Author: Brother RobertoISBN-10: 1258504944ISBN-13: 9781258504946Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/20/2012Pages: 94Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.19d

""Right Hand Man: The Life of George W. Perkins"" is a biography written by John Arthur Garraty. The book explores the life and career of George W. Perkins, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist who played a significant role in shaping the country's economy...

Maple Hill Stories is a collection of short stories written by Roderick Turnbull. The book is set in the fictional town of Maple Hill, and it revolves around the lives of the people who live there. The stories are heartwarming and often center around...

""Marse Ned: The Story Of An Old Southern Family"" by Rita Dickens is a novel that tells the story of a family living in the southern United States during the mid-19th century. The book follows the life of Ned, a wealthy plantation owner, and...

""Turn South For Arkansas: The Story Of The Daltons Of Faulkner County"" is a non-fiction book written by Margie I. Mills. The book tells the story of the Dalton family, who settled in Faulkner County, Arkansas in the early 1900s. The Daltons were a...

The Story of Geronimo is a historical biography written by Jim Kjelgaard. The book tells the story of Geronimo, one of the most famous Native American leaders of the Apache tribe. Geronimo was born in 1829 in what is now New Mexico and lived...

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,...

Our Flag Was Still There details the improbable two-hundred-year journey of the original Star-Spangled Banner--from Fort McHenry in 1814, when Francis Scott Key first saw it, to the Smithsonian--and the enduring family who defended, kept, hid, and ultimately donated the most famous flag in...

Slave Narratives: Mississippi Narratives is a collection of first-hand accounts of the experiences of enslaved African Americans in Mississippi during the 19th century. The book was compiled by the Work Projects Administration (WPA) in the 1930s as part of a larger initiative to document...

Grace Darling, Her True Story is a biography written by Daniel H. Atkinson and published in 1880. The book tells the story of Grace Darling, a young woman who became a national hero in England in 1838. Grace lived with her family in a...

The Zartman Family is a book written by Rufus Calvin Zartman and published in 1909. It is a genealogical record of the Zartman family, tracing its origins back to the early 18th century in Germany and following its migration to America. The book provides...

The Life of Robert Morris: The Great Financier is a biography written by William Russell Birch in 1841. The book details the life and accomplishments of Robert Morris, a prominent figure in American history who is often referred to as the ""Financier of the...

""The Life of Philip Melanchthon: Comprising an Account of the Most Important Transactions of the Reformation"" is a biography written by Francis Augustus Cox in 1817. The book details the life of Philip Melanchthon, a prominent figure in the Protestant Reformation, and his significant...

The Story of Cyrus is a book adapted from Xenophon's Cyropaedia, originally published in 1900. The book tells the story of Cyrus, the founder of the Persian Empire, and his rise to power. The adaptation is written in a simple and accessible language, making...

""Junior Topics Outlined, 1907"" is a book written by Ella N. Wood, which was first published in 1906. The book is a comprehensive guide for teachers and leaders of junior groups, providing them with a lesson plan for every meeting. The lessons are designed...

Dr. J. B. Cranfill's Chronicle: A Story of Life in Texas is a book written by James Britton Cranfill in 1916. The book is a memoir of Cranfill's life in Texas, chronicling his experiences as a doctor, newspaper editor, and Baptist preacher. The book...

Bird Woman, Sacajawea, The Guide Of Lewis And Clark: Her Own Story Now First Given To The World (1918) is a book written by James Willard Schultz. The book is a biography of Sacajawea, a Native American woman who played a crucial role in...

Balsam Boughs: Being Adirondack and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by Archibald Campbell Knowles and published in 1893. The stories are set in the Adirondack Mountains of New York and explore the beauty and wilderness of the region. The collection...

The Country Doctor and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by Honore de Balzac and originally published in 1897. The book features several tales that explore the complexities of human relationships and the struggles of everyday life in 19th century France....

""The Boys' Life of Abraham Lincoln"" is a biography of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, written by his private secretary, John G. Nicolay, and his wife, Helen Nicolay. The book was published in 1906 and is aimed at young readers....

Hollywood Stories by Corinne Griffith is a fascinating collection of anecdotes and tales from the golden age of Hollywood. The book is a treasure trove of stories about the stars, directors, producers, and other key players who made Hollywood the entertainment capital of the...

The Log of Bob Bartlett is a memoir written by Robert A. Bartlett, detailing his forty years of seafaring and exploration. Bartlett was a renowned Arctic explorer who captained over 40 expeditions to the Arctic region, including the famous Peary expedition to the North...

The book titled ""Memoir Of Thaddeus Kosciuszko: Poland�������s Hero And Patriot, An Officer In The American Army Of The Revolution And Member Of The Society Of The Cincinnati"" by A. W. W. Evans is a biography of Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a Polish military leader who...

Germany is changing fast and the only route is out, even if you have to leave behind a troublesome motherWhen Hedda Israel escapes from Germany, her first challenge is to secure her mother's release from a concentration camp. Still a teenager, Hedda falls for...

A biography of the remarkable--and in her time scandalous--seventeenth-century writer Margaret Cavendish, who pioneered the science fiction novel. "My ambition is not only to be Empress, but Authoress of a whole world."--Margaret Cavendish Margaret Cavendish, then Lucas, was born in 1623 to an aristocratic...

In spite of having a stone bridge blow up in your face and an eighty-eight shell whizz by your ear as leader of an Armored Task Force consisting of Light tanks, Mediun tanks, half tracks and trucks full of Infantry, halfway across Germany; or...

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...

Oppenheimer: The Man Behind the Bomb Table of Contents Chapter 1: Early Life and EducationChapter 2: Early Physics Research and AcademiaChapter 3: The Manhattan ProjectChapter 4: Hiroshima and NagasakiChapter 5: After the WarChapter 6: Later YearsChapter 7: Legacy and ImpactChapter 8: Philosophical and Ethical...

This book is the story of the Trent family, tracing their history from the 17th century to the present day. It includes stories about their experiences as farmers, soldiers, and pioneers, and their contributions to their communities. The author, Logan Douglas Trent, is a...

In this captivating memoir, George Washington Ewing Griffith recounts his long and eventful life in the American West. From his early years in Indiana to his adventures in Kansas and California, Griffith provides a vivid and engaging account of what life was like on...

In this inspiring memoir, Otto Kochtitzky shares the story of his life. From his early years in Germany to his move to the United States and his success as a businessman, Kochtitzky's story is one of determination and hard work. A must-read for anyone...

The story of one of America's most famous labor leaders, this autobiography provides a firsthand account of the early years of the Industrial Workers of the World and the struggles of workers during the early 20th century. Haywood's story is a must-read for anyone...

This book is a biography of one of America's greatest frontiersman and the most distinguished Indian fighter, Lewis Wetzel, who braved the wilds of the Western frontier. The book tells the story of Wetzel's life and adventures which were fraught with violence and danger,...

This book tells the amazing true story of a man's life, which is so unbelievable it seems like fiction. The reader will be captivated by the twists and turns of this tale.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is...

As the dawn of aviation brightened the early 20th century, one man stood out against the horizon, etching his name into the annals of history. "Skybound: The Life of Charles Lindbergh" is an evocative exploration into the life of the pioneer who single-handedly shrunk...

This book provides biographical sketches of famous historical figures from Julius Caesar to William the Conqueror, highlighting their accomplishments and impact on the world. The author, Edward Budge, provides a compelling narrative that brings these figures to life for modern readers.This work has been...

A moving tribute to one of the great philanthropists of the 18th century, this book celebrates the life and legacy of August Hermann Francke. Known for his tireless work to promote education and social welfare, Francke founded a number of institutions that endure to...

This is the story of a British icon: Boudicca - humiliated widow of Prasutagus - who led British tribes into rage-fuelled war with the Roman Empire.Boudicca is a legendary figure today, as the mother determined to avenge her ravaged children and the warrior who...

If you are a Civil War buff you must read this book. The story of the Wheeler family is not only entertaining, it is full of rich history extending back to the eighteenth century. The reader will learn much about the Civil Ware Period...

On January 1, 1937, Manuel B. Bravo was sworn in as county judge of Zapata County, a post he would hold for twenty years. In Border Boss: Manuel B. Bravo and Zapata County, J. Gilberto Quezada delineates Bravo's political career in the Democratic Party...

Arranged by newspaper and thereunder by date of publication, this work contains abstracts of paid notices, advertisements, and articles from the five principal German newspapers published in Germantown and Philadelphia during the second half of the 18th century. Pertaining to several thousand German settlers,...

Jose Marti contributed greatly to Cuba's struggle for independence from Spain with words as well as revolutionary action. Although he died before the formation of an independent republic, he has since been hailed as a heroic martyr inspiring Cuban republican traditions.Author: Mauricio FontISBN-10: 0739112252ISBN-13:...

One of the most important documents in southern history, this is a day-by-day diary of the Civil War years. It rings with authenticity while evoking the nostalgia, bitterness, and comedy of the Confederacy.Author: Mary Boykin ChesnutISBN-10: 0674202910ISBN-13: 9780674202917Publisher: Harvard University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/07/1980Pages: 608Format:...

World War II remains probably the most significant historical event of the 20th Century. It has been well documented in print and film over the last sixty years. Not much, however, has been written about Hispanics who served in uniform from 1941 through 1945....

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...

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...

From the award-winning novelist and biographer Beverly Lowry comes an astonishing re-imagining of the remarkable life of Harriet Tubman, the "Moses of Her People." Tubman was an escaped slave, lumberjack, laundress, raid leader, nurse, fund-raiser, cook, intelligence gatherer, Underground Railroad organizer, and abolitionist. In...

This in-depth, research-based book profiles the band that shaped a generation and changed the face of music forever. What makes a legend? The Beatles: A Musical Biography attempts to answer that question by taking an in-depth look at the band that changed pop music....