Biography & Autobiography - Historical

""Tim: A Story of School Life"" is a novel written by Howard Overing Sturgis, first published in 1891. The story follows the life of a young boy named Tim, who attends a prestigious English boarding school. Tim is a sensitive and artistic child who...

""A Little Earnest Book Upon A Great Old Subject: With The Story Of The Poet-Lover"" is a book written by William Wilson. The book is a thoughtful exploration of a timeless and important subject. It is written in a straightforward and accessible style, making...

Vendetta or the Story of One Forgotten is a novel written by Marie Corelli. The book tells the story of a young man named Luca who is exiled from his home in Italy and forced to live in poverty in London. Despite his difficult...

The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea V2 is a historical book written by Azurara, Gomes Eannes De. This book is an account of the Portuguese exploration of the West African coast and the conquest of Guinea in the 15th century. The...

""Dueling Stories of the Sixteenth Century: From the French of Brantome"" is a book that presents a collection of stories about duels that took place in France during the 16th century. The author, Pierre de Bourdeille, also known as Brantome, was a French writer...

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The Story of My Life: J. Marion Sims is an autobiographical book written by the American physician and gynecologist, J. Marion Sims. In this book, Sims recounts his life's journey, from his humble beginnings as a farm boy in South Carolina to becoming one...

Jefferson Davis: His Rise and Fall, A Biographical Narrative by Allen Tate is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. The book covers Davis's early life and...

""Life Among The Piutes: Their Wrongs And Claims"" is a historical account written by Sarah Winnemucca Hopkins, a member of the Northern Paiute tribe, about the experiences of her people during the late 19th century. The book details the struggles and injustices faced by...

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""The Friendly Arctic V2: The Story Of Five Years In Polar Regions"" is a non-fiction book written by Vilhjalmur Stefansson. The book is a detailed account of the author's five-year journey to the Arctic regions, where he and his team conducted various scientific and...

Landseer�������s Dogs And Their Stories by Sarah Tytler is a collection of stories about dogs that were painted by the famous British artist Sir Edwin Landseer. Landseer was known for his realistic and emotive depictions of dogs, and his paintings have become iconic representations...

The Story Of The Captives: A Narrative Of The Events Of Mr. Rassam�������s Mission To Abyssinia is a book written by Henry J. Blanc. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place during Mr. Rassam's mission to Abyssinia. The story...

""Joseph Smith and Our Destiny"" is a concise and informative book that explores the history of the Mormon Church from its patriarchal roots to the present day. Written by Earl W. Harmer, the book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Church's teachings,...

Masters of Deceit is a non-fiction book written by J. Edgar Hoover, the former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The book provides an in-depth exploration of the history and tactics of communism in America, as well as strategies for combating its...

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""Selected Speeches of Benjamin Disraeli"" is a collection of speeches given by the renowned British politician and writer, Benjamin Disraeli. This book includes some of his most famous speeches, such as his speeches on parliamentary reform, foreign policy, and social issues. Disraeli was a...

Indian Story Circle Stories is a collection of traditional Native American tales compiled by Chief Tahan. The book features stories from various tribes, including the Navajo, Hopi, and Apache. The stories cover a range of topics, from creation myths to tales of heroic deeds...

""The Sea Made Men: The Story Of A Gloucester Lad"" is a novel written by Roger W. Babson. The book tells the story of a young boy named Billy, who grows up in the coastal town of Gloucester, Massachusetts. Billy is fascinated by the...

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One Who Survived: The Life Story Of A Russian Under The Soviets is a memoir written by Alexander Barmine, a Russian who lived through the tumultuous period of Soviet rule in Russia. The book provides an insight into Barmine's life, starting from his childhood...

Adventuring: A Story Of A Trip Around The World With Big Game Hunting In Africa And India is a thrilling travelogue written by Adam Breede. The book is an account of the author's adventures during his trip around the world, with a focus on...

""Nobody Owns Us: The Story of Joe Gilbert, Midwestern Rebel"" is a biographical account of the life of Joe Gilbert, a rebellious young man from the Midwest who defies societal norms and expectations to forge his own path. Written by author Davis Douthit, the...

""Cats, Dogs And I: Stories From La Paix Chez Les Betes"" is a collection of heartwarming and humorous tales written by French author Colette. The book offers a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and animals, as Colette shares her experiences living with...

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""Children of Revolution"" is a non-fiction book written by Anna Louise Strong that tells the story of the John Reed Children's Colony on the Volga. The book is also a narrative of the entire Russian society and its political structure during the revolution. The...

""White Man, Brown Woman: The Life Story Of A Trader In The South Seas"" is a memoir written by T.L. Richards. The book tells the story of a white man who falls in love with a brown woman while trading in the South Seas....

""Nineteen Days From The Apennines To The Alps: The Story Of The Po Valley Campaign"" is a historical book written by the United States Fifth Army. The book chronicles the events of the Po Valley Campaign, which took place towards the end of World...

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The Will To Succeed: Stories Of Swedish Pioneers is a book published by the Swedish American Line, which tells the inspiring stories of Swedish pioneers who achieved great success in their lives. The book is a collection of biographies of individuals who overcame various...

Jolita Of The Jungle: A Story Of The Bush People is a novel by Alice Fessenden Peterson. The book tells the story of Jolita, a young girl who lives with her family in the jungle. Jolita's people, the bush people, are a tribe who...

""Can Do! The Story Of The Seabees"" is a non-fiction book written by William Bradford Huie. The book tells the story of the Seabees, a group of construction workers who were formed during World War II to build and repair military bases and infrastructure...

The Calgary Stampede: A Story Of The Canadian Plains is a book written by Raymond L. Schrock that tells the history of the Calgary Stampede, an annual rodeo, exhibition, and festival held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The book provides a comprehensive account of the...

The book ""The Story Of The Last Of The Old Whalers, Charles W. Morgan"" by Marion Dickerman is a comprehensive account of the life and times of the last surviving old whaler, Charles W. Morgan. The book delves into the history of whaling and...

""Vanguard of the Caravans: A Life Story of John Mason Peck"" is a biography written by Hayne and Coe. The book tells the story of John Mason Peck, a pioneer missionary who played a significant role in the development of the American Midwest during...

Traders To The Navajos: The Story Of The Wetherills Of Kayenta is a non-fiction book written by Francis Gillmor. The book is a fascinating account of the Wetherill family and their role in the history of the Navajo people. The Wetherill family were traders...

Lobagola: An Africa Savage's Own Story is an autobiographical account of the life of Lobagola, a man born in Tanzania in the early 1900s. The book is written by Lobagola himself, also known as Bata Kindai Amgoza Ibn LoBagola, and provides a unique perspective...

""Red Eagles of the Northwest: The Story of Chief Joseph and His People"" is a historical account of the Nez Perce tribe and their leader, Chief Joseph, who famously led his people on a 1,200-mile journey to escape the United States Army in 1877....

""John Ruskin and Effie Gray: The Story of a Marriage"" is a biographical account written by William James that delves into the tumultuous relationship between the famous Victorian art critic John Ruskin and his wife, Effie Gray. The book explores the couple's courtship, marriage,...

Pioneer Days: The Story Of An Adventurous And Active Life is a memoir written by Charles Leavitt Hyde. The book recounts the author's experiences growing up in the American West during the late 19th century, and his adventures as a young man exploring the...

Chief Flying Hawk�������s Tales: The True Story Of Custer�������s Last Fight is a historical book written by M. I. McCreight. The book tells the story of the Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as Custer�������s Last Stand, from the perspective of Chief Flying Hawk,...

The book titled ""The Story Of The U. S. Frigate Constitution: Old Ironsides"" is a historical account of the famous American warship, the USS Constitution. The book is authored by the John Hancock Life Insurance Company and is aimed at educating readers about the...

""Stories of the Underground Railroad"" by Anna L. Curtis is a collection of true stories about the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans to escape to freedom in the mid-19th century. The book features stories...

Rachel Dyer: A North American Story is a historical novel written by John Neal. The book is set in the late 18th century in North America and follows the life of Rachel Dyer, a young woman who is forced to leave her home in...

""Dueling Stories of the Sixteenth Century"" is a book translated from French by Brantome, Pierre De Bourdeille. The book is a collection of stories about duels that took place during the 16th century. The stories are based on real events and provide a fascinating...

The Story of Dr. John Clarke, written by Thomas W. Bicknell, is a biographical account of the life and work of Dr. John Clarke, a prominent figure in the history of Rhode Island and the United States. The book chronicles Clarke's early years, his...

""The Story of the Seer of Patmos"" by Stephen N. Haskell is a book that explores the life and writings of the biblical figure, John the Apostle. John is known for his authorship of the Gospel of John, the three Epistles of John, and...

Sergeant York's Own Story is a biographical account of the life and experiences of Alvin C. York, a decorated American soldier who served in World War I. The book is written by Sam K. Cowan, a journalist who interviewed York extensively and helped him...

Elbert Hubbard's Autobiography is a memoir written by Elbert Hubbard, an American writer, publisher, and philosopher who lived from 1856 to 1915. In this book, Hubbard recounts his life story, starting with his childhood in Bloomington, Illinois, and continuing through his early career as...

""John J. Pershing: Commander Of The Army Of The United States"" is a comprehensive biography of General John J. Pershing, who served as the commander of the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. Written by Charles H. L. Johnston, the book explores Pershing's...