Biography & Autobiography - Historical

A Book of Bryn Mawr Stories is a collection of short stories written by Margaretta Morris and published in 1901. The stories are set in and around Bryn Mawr College, a women's liberal arts college located outside of Philadelphia. The book features a variety...

""Short Stories from the Spanish"" is a collection of short stories written by Ruben Dario, a Nicaraguan poet, journalist, and diplomat. The book was first published in 1920 and includes stories that showcase the rich and diverse literary tradition of Spain and Latin America....

""A Martyr of Old York"" is a historical narrative written by James B. Milburn in 1900. The book tells the story of Margaret Clitheroe, a Catholic woman who lived in sixteenth-century England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Margaret was a devout Catholic...

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The Life Of A Fossil Hunter is a memoir written by Charles Hazelius Sternberg, a renowned paleontologist, and fossil collector. The book was first published in 1909 and provides an in-depth account of Sternberg's life and experiences as a fossil hunter.The book is divided...

The Life of Abdel Kader: Ex-Sultan of the Arabs of Algeria is a historical biography written by Abdel Kader himself and published in 1867. Abdel Kader was a prominent figure in the history of Algeria, who led a resistance against French colonization in the...

The Doolittle Family In America, Part 4-6 is a book written by William Frederick Doolittle and published in 1908. It is a comprehensive genealogical record of the Doolittle family in America, spanning three parts. The book covers the history of the family from its...

The Life of Madame Louise is a historical biography written by Lievain Bonaventure Proyart in 1807. The book tells the story of Louise Marie Th�����r�����se Bathilde d'Orl�����ans, who was the youngest daughter of King Louis XV of France. Louise became a Carmelite nun at...

The Trial of Robert Thomas Crossfield: For High Treason, At The Sessions House in the Old Bailey (1796) is a book written by Joseph Gurney. It is a detailed account of the trial of Robert Thomas Crossfield, who was accused of committing high treason....

The Sampson Family is a novel written by Lilla Briggs Sampson and published in 1914. The book tells the story of the Sampson family, a wealthy and influential family living in a small town in New England. The family is led by the patriarch,...

The Story of St. Stanislaus Kostka is a biographical book written by Henry James Coleridge in 1875. The book tells the story of St. Stanislaus Kostka, a Polish Jesuit who lived in the 16th century. St. Stanislaus Kostka was born into a noble family...

""The Life of William Henry of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 1729-1786"" is a historical biography written by Francis Jordan Jr. and published in 1910. The book tells the story of William Henry, a prominent figure in the early history of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Henry was a successful...

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Troon and Dundonald: With Their Surroundings, Local and Historical is a book written by John Kirkwood and published in 1876. The book is a comprehensive guide to the towns of Troon and Dundonald, located in the west of Scotland. It provides a detailed account...

The Story of Corfe Castle: And of Many Who Have Lived There is a historical book written by George Bankes in 1853. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Corfe Castle, a fortified structure located in the English county of Dorset....

The Unlucky Family is a novel written by Mrs. Henry De La Pasture and published in 1908. The story revolves around the lives of the Davenant family, who seem to be cursed with bad luck. The patriarch of the family, Sir John Davenant, is...

The Story Of An Old Farm: Or Life In New Jersey In The Eighteenth Century is a historical book written by Andrew D. Mellick and published in 1889. The book provides a detailed account of life on an old farm in New Jersey during...

The Despoilers: Stories Of The North Dakota Grain Fields is a collection of short stories written by J. Edmund Buttree and originally published in 1920. The book is set in the North Dakota grain fields during the early 20th century and explores the lives...

""Reminiscences of George La Bar: The Centenarian of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, Who Is Still Living in His 107th Year!"" is a book written by Abram Bogart Burrell and published in 1870. The book is a collection of stories and memories recounted by George La...

Real and Ideal Bloomfield is a historical book written by Stephen Morris Hulin in 1902. The book tells the story of Bloomfield, a small town located in New Jersey, from its early days as a church town and township to its incorporation as a...

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Life Of The Abbe Adrien Roquette: Chahta-Ima (1913) is a biographical book written by Mrs. S. B. Elder. The book tells the story of the life of Abbe Adrien Roquette, a French Catholic priest who lived and worked among the Choctaw Native Americans in...

Oremus Or Little Mildred: A Story For Children is a children's book written by Francis B. D. Bickerstaffe Drew and published in 1880. The story follows the adventures of a young girl named Mildred and her friend Oremus, a mischievous fairy. Together, they explore...

The Life and Confession of Asenath the Daughter of Pentephres of Heliopolis is a book written by Mary Brodrick and published in 1900. The book is a retelling of the story of Asenath, a character from the biblical book of Genesis. Asenath was the...

""Stories of Maine"" is a collection of short stories written by Sophie Swett and published in 1899. The book is set in the state of Maine and features stories that capture the essence of life in rural New England during the late 19th century....

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Madame Dubarry, The King�������s Mistress: A Romantic Story From The French Of Jean De La Hire (1902) is a historical romance novel written by Jean De La Hire. The book tells the story of Jeanne B�����cu, a beautiful young woman who rises from humble...

""John Hill of Dorchester, Massachusetts, 1633, and Five Generations of His Descendants: Also Ancestral Lines of Some Families Inter-Married with His Descendants"" is a genealogical reference book written by Joseph Gardner Bartlett and published in 1904. The book traces the lineage of John Hill,...

""Som Account of the Cone Family in America"" is a book that provides a comprehensive history of the Cone family in America, with a particular focus on the descendants of Daniel Cone, who settled in Haddam, Connecticut in 1662. Written by William Whitney Cone...

In The Lands Of The Sun: Notes And Memories Of A Tour In The East (1915) is a travelogue written by William Prince Of Sweden, detailing his experiences during his tour of the Middle East. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on...

In The Alsatian Mountains: A Narrative Of A Tour In The Vosges is a travelogue written by Katharine Lee in 1883. The book describes her journey through the Vosges Mountains in Alsace, France. Lee provides a detailed account of her experiences exploring the region,...

""Lad and Lass: A Story of Life in Iceland"" is a novel written by Jon Thoroddsen and published in 1890. The story is set in Iceland and follows the lives of two young people, a boy named Arnaldur (nicknamed ""Lad"") and a girl named...

""Robert David Yates: Checker Player"" is a book written by William Timothy Call in 1905. It is a biography of Robert David Yates, who was a renowned checker player in the late 19th century. The book chronicles Yates' life, his upbringing, and his journey...

The Life of Frederick Courtenay Selous is a biographical work written by John Guille Millais and published in 1919. The book tells the story of Frederick Courtenay Selous, a renowned British explorer, hunter, and naturalist who lived from 1851 to 1917. Selous was known...

The Life of Daniel Boone, written by Francis L. Hawks and originally published in 1856, is a detailed biography of one of the most famous American frontiersmen. The book traces Boone's life from his birth in Pennsylvania in 1734, through his early years in...

Latimer's Candle: The Story of a Great Life is a biographical book written by Frances E. Cooke and published in 1883. The book tells the story of Hugh Latimer, an English Protestant bishop who lived during the 16th century. Latimer was known for his...

Escalala: An American Tale is a historical novel written by Samuel Bellamy Beach and published in 1824. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young American man named John Escalala. The novel explores themes of identity,...

""Etiology of Tubercle: With Comments on Doctor Robert Koch's Bacilli"" is a medical book written by Henry MacCormac in 1882. The book primarily focuses on the study of the causes and origins of tuberculosis, a disease that was prevalent during the time. MacCormac provides...

Lamb's Tales From Shakespeare is a book that features a collection of stories adapted from the plays of William Shakespeare. The book was first published in 1807 and was authored by Charles and Mary Lamb. The 1903 edition of the book includes not only...

Historia Jurisprudentiae Romanae is a book written by Johann August Bach in 1762, which provides a comprehensive history of Roman jurisprudence. The book covers the development of Roman law from its earliest origins to the end of the Roman Empire, and it analyzes the...

Chronicles Of Cushing And Friendship: Containing Historical, Statistical, And Miscellaneous Information Of The Two Towns (1892) is a book written by the Maine Home Journal. This book provides readers with a comprehensive and detailed account of the history, statistics, and miscellaneous information about the...

Everyday Number Stories is a book written by George Baker Longan and was first published in 1915. The book is a collection of short stories that are designed to help children understand basic mathematical concepts. Each story is centered around a particular math problem...

Dwellers In The Vale Of Siddem: A True Story Of The Social Aspect Of Feeble-Mindedness is a non-fiction book written by Arthur C. Rogers in 1919. The book is a detailed account of the social aspect of feeble-mindedness, which was a term used in...

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Apollo and Daphne: A Classical Love Story, In One Act (1874) is a play written by G. F. Thomson. The story is based on the Greek myth of Apollo and Daphne, which tells the tale of how the god Apollo fell in love with...

""A Popular Life of Our Holy Father Pope Pius the Ninth"" is a biography of Pope Pius IX written by Richard Brennan and published in 1877. The book is based on the most reliable sources available at the time, and provides a comprehensive overview...

A Narrative Of The Incidents Attending The Capture, Detention, And Ransom Of Charles Johnston, Of Botetourt County, Virginia is a memoir written by Charles Johnston himself in 1827. The book details the events that occurred when he was captured by a group of Native...

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""The Story of the Greeks"" is a historical account of ancient Greece written by H. A. Guerber in 1896. It covers the period from the earliest civilizations in Greece to the end of the Hellenistic era. The book is divided into chapters that discuss...

The book titled ""The Story Of The Marking Of The Santa Fe Trail: By The Daughters Of The American Revolution In Kansas And The State Of Kansas (1915)"" is a historical account of the efforts made by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)...