Biography & Autobiography - Historical

The Fiddling Girl: The Story Of Virginia Hammond is a novel written by Daisy Rhodes Campbell and published in 1914. The book tells the story of Virginia Hammond, a young girl from a poor family in the Appalachian Mountains who dreams of becoming a...

The Life of St. Jane Frances Fremyot De Chantal, written by Emily Bowles in 1872, is a biography of the French saint and founder of the Order of the Visitation of Holy Mary. The book chronicles the life of Jane Frances from her birth...

The Enthusiasm of Homeopathy: With the Story of a Great Enthusiast is a book written by John Henry Clarke and first published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive study of homeopathy, a system of alternative medicine that uses highly diluted substances to treat...

Studying The Short Story is a comprehensive guide to understanding and analyzing sixteen classic short stories. Written by Joseph Berg Esenwein and first published in 1918, this book provides readers with an in-depth exploration of some of the most well-known works of short fiction....

""Red Cloud, The Solitary Sioux: A Story Of The Great Prairie"" is a historical novel written by William Francis Butler and first published in 1882. The book is set in the mid-19th century on the Great Plains of North America and follows the life...

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Luck On The Wing: Thirteen Stories Of A Sky Spy is a collection of thrilling short stories written by Elmer Haslett and first published in 1920. The book follows the adventures of a daring and skilled spy named Jack Ralston, who works for the...

Maria Felicia: The Last Mistress Of Hlohov, A Story Of Bohemian Love is a novel written by Caroline Svetla and published in 1898. The story is set in Bohemia during the late 18th century and follows the life of Maria Felicia, a young and...

Katz Awa is a biographical book written by Edward Warren Clark in 1904. The book tells the story of a Japanese nobleman named Katz Awa, who is often compared to the German statesman Otto von Bismarck. The author explores Katz Awa's life from his...

Arabian Nights Entertainments V3: Consisting Of One Thousand And One Stories (1789) is a classic collection of tales from the Middle East, compiled by French orientalist Antoine Galland. This volume is the third in a series and contains a selection of stories from the...

Bird Woman, Sacajawea, The Guide Of Lewis And Clark: Her Own Story Now First Given To The World is a book written by James Willard Schultz and published in 1918. The book tells the story of Sacajawea, a Native American woman who acted as...

""Einsiedeln in the Dark Wood or Our Lady of the Hermits: The Story of an Alpine Sanctuary"" is a book written by Anne R. Bennett in 1883. The book is a historical and religious account of Einsiedeln, a small town in Switzerland that is...

The Diary of Samuel Pepys, 1666 is a historical book written by Samuel Pepys, a prominent figure in 17th century England. The book is a personal diary that Pepys kept during the year 1666, a year that was significant in English history due to...

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The Disaster of Darien is a historical account written by Francis Russell Hart that details the failed attempt by the Scots to establish a colony in the Darien region of Panama from 1699 to 1701. The book examines the political, economic, and social factors...

""Belle Starr, The Bandit Queen: The True Story Of The Romantic And Exciting Career Of The Daring And Glamorous Lady"" by Burton Rascoe is a non-fiction book that tells the story of Belle Starr, a notorious outlaw and female bandit who lived in the...

The Dodgers And Me: The Inside Story is a memoir written by Leo Durocher, a former Major League Baseball player and manager. In this book, Durocher recounts his experience playing and managing for the Brooklyn Dodgers during the 1930s and 1940s.Durocher provides a behind-the-scenes...

""Anything A Horse Can Do: The Story Of The Helicopter"" is a non-fiction book written by H.F. Gregory. The book tells the story of the invention and development of the helicopter, from early designs to modern-day models. The author explores the history of aviation...

""Let The Coyotes Howl: A Story Of Philmont Scout Ranch"" is a book written by Samuel D. Bogan that tells the story of his experiences at the Philmont Scout Ranch. The ranch is a well-known high adventure camp located in New Mexico, USA, where...

""The Story of Dwight Morrow"" by Mary Margaret McBride is a biography of the American businessman, diplomat, and politician Dwight Morrow. The book traces Morrow's life from his birth in 1873 to his death in 1931, detailing his successful career in finance, his involvement...

""Leonard The Magnificent: Life Story Of The Man Who Made Himself King Of The Lightweights"" is a biographical book written by Nat Fleischer. The book tells the inspiring story of Benny Leonard, a legendary boxer who became the king of the lightweights in the...

Cherokee Indian Lore And Smoky Mountains Stories is a book written by Margaret R. Siler that explores the rich cultural heritage of the Cherokee people and their connection to the Smoky Mountains. The book is a collection of stories, myths, legends, and folklore that...

""How We Advertised America"" is a historical account written by George Creel, detailing the efforts of the Committee on Public Information during World War I to promote American ideals and values to the rest of the world. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed...

My Story: By Anson Mills, Brigadier General, U.S.A. (1918) is an autobiographical book written by Anson Mills, a prominent American military figure who served in the United States Army during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of...

The Story Of Roland And The Peers Of Charlemagne is a historical fiction novel written by James Baldwin and originally published in 1913. The book is based on the epic poem ""The Song of Roland"" and follows the story of Roland, a brave knight...

Genevieve: A Story of French School Days is a novel written by Laura Spencer Portor and published in 1914. The book tells the story of Genevieve, a young girl who attends a French boarding school. The novel is set in the early 20th century...

The Raghuvanca is a classic Indian epic poem written by the renowned Sanskrit poet Kalidasa in the 5th century CE. The poem tells the story of the lineage of King Raghu, a legendary ruler of the Ikshvaku dynasty, and his descendants.The poem begins with...

""Stories From The New Testament For Children"" is a book written by Elsa Barker and published in 1911. The book contains a collection of stories from the New Testament of the Bible, adapted for children. The stories include the birth of Jesus, his teachings...

""The Story Of The Teasing Monkey"" is a children's book written by Helen Bannerman and first published in 1907. The story revolves around a mischievous monkey who loves to tease and play pranks on his animal friends in the jungle. However, one day, the...

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""George Mason, The Young Backwoodsman Or Don�������t Give Up The Ship: A Story Of The Mississippi"" is a novel written by Timothy Flint and published in 1829. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named George Mason, who lives in the backwoods...

A Story of Love is a novel written by Francis Cassilly and published in 1917. The book tells the story of a young man named Paul, who falls in love with a woman named Margaret. The two meet while Paul is studying at a...

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The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by Charles Egbert Craddock and published in 1895. The book consists of six thrilling tales that are set in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee and Virginia. The stories are...

""The Giant Judge: Or The Story Of Samson"" is a historical novel written by William Anderson Scott in 1858. The book tells the story of Samson, a Biblical hero known for his immense strength and his battles against the Philistines. The story is set...

Hot Corn: Life Scenes in New York Illustrated is a book written by Solon Robinson that provides a vivid portrayal of life in New York City during the mid-19th century. The book is illustrated and includes several stories, such as the story of Little...

""Knute Rockne: The Story Of The Greatest Football Coach Who Ever Lived"" by Francis Wallace is a biography of the legendary football coach, Knute Rockne. The book tells the story of Rockne's life, from his childhood in Norway to his rise as the head...

Jet's Adventures is a thrilling three-part story that follows the exciting escapades of a young boy named Jet. Written by Bula Hahn, this book is a perfect read for children who love fast-paced adventure stories.In the first part of the book, Jet finds himself...

Beyond Romance: A True Story From The Heart Of India is a non-fiction book written by Florence Balph. The book is a memoir of the author's experience of falling in love with and marrying an Indian man named Raj. The story is set in...

The Eternal Search: The Story Of Man And His Drugs by Richard R. Mathison is a comprehensive exploration of the human relationship with drugs throughout history. Starting from the earliest recorded use of drugs in ancient civilizations, the book traces the evolution of drug...

""Part of a Long Story: Eugene O'Neill as a Young Man in Love"" by Agnes Boulton is a biographical account of the early life of the renowned American playwright, Eugene O'Neill. The book focuses on O'Neill's romantic relationships during his youth and early adulthood,...

""How Do I Love Thee: The Story Of Elizabeth Barrett Browning"" by Helen Elmira Waite is a biography of the famous poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning. The book chronicles the life of Barrett Browning, from her childhood in England to her rise as one of...

""Ruth and Marie: A Fascinating Story of the Nineteenth Century"" is a historical fiction novel written by Emma Pow Smith Bauder. The book tells the story of two young women, Ruth and Marie, who come from vastly different backgrounds but are brought together by...

Hollow Tree Nights and Days is a book by Albert Bigelow Paine that continues the stories about the Hollow Tree and Deep Woods People. The book is a collection of short stories that take place in the fictional world of the Hollow Tree, where...

The Story of John J. Audubon is a biography written by Joan Howard, chronicling the life and work of the famous American ornithologist and naturalist. The book begins with Audubon's childhood in Haiti and his move to the United States as a teenager. It...

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...

Birds Without A Nest is a novel by Clorinda Matto de Turner that tells the story of indigenous people living in Peru during the late 19th century. The main characters are two young indigenous lovers, Felipe and Marcela, who struggle to maintain their relationship...

The Hidden Force: A Story of Modern Java is a novel written by the Dutch author Louis Couperus. The story is set in the Dutch East Indies (modern-day Indonesia) during the early 20th century and explores the clash between Western and Eastern cultures. The...

The Amazing Story of Henry Ford: The Ideal American and the World's Most Famous Private Citizen by James Martin Miller is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential figures in American history. Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Company, is...