Biography & Autobiography - Historical

In post-war Wynnum, Queensland, six sisters grow up in a world shaped by salt air, hardship, destiny, and the quiet rituals of everyday life. Maiden Webb is a tender autobiographical novel about Launa, Dad, and the daughters whose lives are formed by love, loss,...

"Ambitious... With meticulous research and in lively style, Jones presents us with the man beyond the Shakespeare character."--The New York Times "The best biography yet of England's greatest king."--Simon Sebag Montefiore, author of The Romanovs and Jerusalem The New York Times bestselling author returns...

"I have often wished that some of you were here to see the strange things I see." -Walter Bentley Woodbury, 1853In 1852, eighteen-year-old Walter Bentley Woodbury set sail from England to Australia in search of gold. What he found instead, through hardship and heartbreak,...

"Late Boston Brahmin" provides a compelling exploration of the exclusive social strata that defined the cultural and intellectual life of Massachusetts. Authored by Duncan Spencer, this work examines the traditions, lineage, and evolving influence of the Boston Brahmin class during the early twentieth century....

'Sahib, I do not drink alcohol at all, ' said Gujarmal in a quiet voice while declining the server's offer. 'It is not that I am not happy for your victory, but I have been taught never to touch a drop of alcohol.'The year...

"Fifty Years on the Old Frontier" is a vivid and authentic memoir documenting the transformation of the American West through the eyes of a man who lived its history. Written by James H. Cook, this narrative spans five decades of adventure, beginning with his...

"The Life and Voyages of Christopher Columbus" is a masterful biographical account of the Genoese explorer who changed the course of world history. Written by the celebrated American author Washington Irving, this work chronicles the early life of Columbus, his persistent efforts to secure...

The statue of Winston Churchill standing in Parliament Square in London has been repeatedly defaced in recent years - acts which would have been unthinkable to a previous generation. Revisionist historians have tried to make the case that the British Empire was unrelievedly evil...

"The Truth About Geronimo" provides a compelling first-hand account of one of the most significant chapters in the history of the American West. Written by Britton Davis, an officer in the Third Cavalry who served under General George Crook, this work offers an insider's...

"Duty: With Illustrations of Courage, Patience, and Endurance" is a profound exploration of moral character and the principles of ethical living. Written by the influential author Samuel Smiles, this work serves as an inspirational guide to the virtues that define a meaningful and honorable...

Before The Old U(VA) and I and The Old Boarding School, there was the boy who lived it all. Born in 1943, the author spent his first fourteen years on the move-across Montreal, Canada, three northern states, two southern states, and eight different schools....

ROBERT ALLER, the subject of the biography, succeeded against all odds. The product of a broken home, small and sensitive with a speech impediment and a grade eight education, he went on to astound the educators of the day and crowned his achievements by...

To say that Ian Bagzar Stiles OAM has led an interesting life would be a considerable understatement. The book is now fully updated with his early years, including his time with the Rhodesian SAS.At just 14 years of age, Stiles began work in a...

For more than forty years, John L. Wheeler told this story aloud. Again and again, people told him the same thing: You should write that down. I Know How I Want to Die is the written form of that story-a deeply personal account of...

"Justo Rufino Barrios: A Biography" offers a comprehensive exploration of the life and political legacy of one of Central America's most influential and controversial figures. Known as â€~The Reformer, ' Barrios served as the President of Guatemala from 1873 to 1885, a period marked...

Philip Atlee's debut novel, The Inheritors, is a scathing social critique and forgotten American classic that achieved a "lost book" status due to intense local controversy. Published in 1940, the novel provides an unflinching, thinly-veiled portrayal of the hedonistic lives of the "dollar aristocracy"...

'You don't need to know anything about Irish history to enjoy this wonderful book.' - Irish Echo, 27 March 2013'A STIRRING AND BEAUTIFUL BOOK' - The New York Times 'THE ONE CLASSIC WORK TO HAVE EMERGED FROM THE VIOLENCE THAT LED TO THE FOUNDATION...

"Cecil Rhodes" by Basil Williams is a definitive and comprehensive biography of one of the most influential and controversial figures in the history of the British Empire. Williams provides a meticulously researched account of the life of Cecil John Rhodes, tracing his journey from...

"A History of the Life and Death, Virtues and Exploits of General George Washington" is a foundational piece of early American literature that helped establish the enduring legend of the United States' first president. Written by Mason Weems, popularly known as Parson Weems, this...

The Gary Rodgers' Moonglows Story: It is a powerful journey through the life of Gary Rodgers a Louisville Original who completed his musical mission. Honoring a Solemn Oath to his Dear Friend Bobby Lester by preserving and moving forward the legacy of one of...

"Life of Billy Dixon: Plainsman, Scout, Pioneer" chronicles the extraordinary experiences of one of the American West's most legendary figures. This narrative offers a firsthand account of the rugged and perilous life on the American frontier during the mid-to-late 19th century. Through the eyes...

"The Pirates' Who's Who" is a comprehensive biographical dictionary that meticulously chronicles the lives and exploits of the most notorious figures to ever sail under the Jolly Roger. This work serves as an essential reference for understanding the Golden Age of Piracy and the...

Into the Flames of Darkness: The Untold Story of Varg VikernesFrom the icy fjords of Norway to the underground basements where black metal was forged, this biography plunges into the life of Varg Vikernes, the man whose name became synonymous with music, murder, and...

Author: Nora BerendISBN-13: 9798897101801Publisher: Pegasus BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/14/2026Pages: 256Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 8.20h x 5.40w x 0.80d

While this story focuses on the life of one man, Michelangelo Rizzo, it is an everyman story of immigrants who came to America. It reads like a novel. Spanning eighty years, two continents, and several U.S. states, this saga opens in 1909 as a...

Born deep in the hills of East Germany, the author and her family navigate the challenges and perils of WWII. With amazing detail she recalls the hardships of her childhood and the anguish of having to leave her beloved home and being forced to...

Explore the perilous and inspiring story of Captain Allen Gardiner, a pioneer of the Patagonian Missionary Society, in R. Hitchman's "The Patagonian Mission." This essay, originally read before the Pembroke Society, recounts Gardiner's daring missionary adventures in the rugged and remote landscapes of Patagonia....

Delve into the compelling life story of Henry George, the influential American political economist and social reformer, as told by his son in "The Life of Henry George, by His Son." This biography offers an intimate and detailed portrait of a man whose ideas...

This is not a book about grief. It's what it feels like when the person who made your world make sense is not with you anymore, and everyone around you tells you to stay strong, move on, focus on work, or let go. I...

"Sometimes the best lessons in life aren't taught inside classrooms, but in the moments you steal out of it."Did you bunk classes to go to movies or hang out with friends...or just because you could notpush yourself from bed? Did you stay awake at...

Joy Crawford was a Hollywood, California, housewife, mother, and church lay person who totally revolutionized the way her church missions board did foreign missions. The way she did it was by persuading the board to adopt an unreached Buddhist people group located deep inside...

How much longer would the people of India endure their slavery? We have to fight against them, we have to liberate the motherland. That is why a great struggle was waged against them. Starting from the Nil Rebellion, the Santal Rebellion, the Munda Rebellion...

Read this book after watching the better than Game of thrones HBO series Rome, I was suprised to learn this book is written almost 170 years ago, it's a fun read if you like Roman history and the time when Rome used to rule...

The Anglican Church in Tinnevelly, as it was untilen it has been part of the united Church of South India, a self-administering diocese, with a membership of 120,000, and a hundred Indian clergy, has a history of a hundred and seventy years. The present...

Abu'l-Fath Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar popularly known as Akbar the Great was the third Mughal emperor, who reigned from 1556 to 1605. Akbar succeeded his father, Humayun, under a regent, Bairam Khan, who helped the young emperor expand and consolidate Mughal domains in India. With...

In Reminiscences of an Army Nurse During the Civil War, Adelaide W. Smith recounts her courageous service on the front lines. Through vivid memories and heartfelt reflections, she offers a rare, firsthand glimpse into the trials, sacrifices, and humanity of wartime nursing, capturing a...

This Book is dedicated to the readers of this book who still do not realize The reason for their existence. It is not what many people believe. It really does not mean that your role on this planet is to grow up to adulthood.Goe...

"Legends of Infamy: The Life Stories of Notorious Thieves" chronicles the bold exploits and masterful schemes of history's most infamous criminals. From the legendary Great Train Robbers to the mysterious D.B. Cooper, this book unveils the lives of daring outlaws who defied the law...

"Profiles of Supremely Creative People" is an inspiring exploration of the lives and legacies of extraordinary individuals who have shaped our world with their boundless creativity. From artists and scientists to musicians and entrepreneurs, each profile delves into the unique journeys, challenges, and triumphs...

Oliver Cromwell: The Last King of England is a gripping and meticulously researched biography that redefines one of history's most controversial figures. Often painted as either a revolutionary hero or a tyrannical dictator, Cromwell's rise from an obscure country gentleman to England's most powerful...

"The Stories of Great Rulers" is an enthralling journey through the lives and legacies of history's most remarkable monarchs, emperors, queens, and empresses. From the majestic pharaohs of ancient Egypt to the visionary leaders of the modern era, this book offers a sweeping panorama...

Stephen Marcos Gonzales was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1985. Growing up in a culturally rich environment influenced by Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures, he developed a deep appreciation for his heritage. His family history in New Mexico, with parents emphasizing education...

There has never been a Decade in the US history so defined by so many different events as the 1960's.We experienced the assassination of President John F Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King Jr., Medger Evers and Malcom X.The world stood in fear...

It had been fifty years since I'd left New Hampshire back in June of 1968 to do the one thing many long haired hippies had only talked about doing...hitch-hiking to California by way of the MOTHER ROAD Route 66, and that journey I wrote...

Embark on a journey of inspiration and discovery as you delve into the lives of remarkable missionaries who left an indelible mark on history. In "Faithful Trailblazers," author Alemayehu Mammo invites readers to explore the captivating stories of iconic figures such as William Carey,...

This is a revised edition of Double Agent, with the photos and biography of Margot Honecker from the first edition in 2012. I had an interview with this meanest woman in the world in her time. You can give that the motto: "How do...

Deslee Campbells's book Modern Christian Martyrs contains fourteen potted biographies of martyrs of the modern age. Its front cover features her mother-in-law's friend and work colleague, Australian Sister May Hayman, a missionary in Papua-New Guinea. May and her English fiance, Rev. Vivian Redlich, were...

In the heart of Ayodhya, where the sacred echoes of the Ramayana reverberate through time, stands Hanuman Garhi-a venerable temple that serves as a spiritual lighthouse for pilgrims and devotees worldwide. This book unfolds the divine confluence of Hanuman Garhi, Ayodhya, and the revered...

Amidst the grandeur and opulence of the Roman Empire, "The Wedding Between Nero and Sporo" unfolds a complex tale of passion, power, and enigma. As the empire thrived and flourished, so did its tales of eccentricities and excesses, and perhaps none more captivating than...

*Includes pictures. *Includes Bacall's own quotes about her life and career. *Includes a bibliography for further reading. "Imagination is the highest kite that can fly." - Lauren Bacall A lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history's most influential figures, but...