Biography & Autobiography - Historical

"Letters From the Front: From October, 1861 to September, 1864" offers a unique and personal glimpse into the daily life of a soldier during the American Civil War. Penned by Cyrus Morton Cutler, these letters provide firsthand accounts of battles, camp life, and the...

Lincoln Memorial: The Journeys of Abraham Lincoln recounts the pivotal journeys of Abraham Lincoln: first, from Springfield to Washington in 1861 as President-Elect, and then, tragically, from Washington back to Springfield in 1865 as President Martyred. William Turner Coggeshall meticulously details the public ceremonies...

Lincoln Memorial: The Journeys of Abraham Lincoln recounts the pivotal journeys of Abraham Lincoln: first, from Springfield to Washington in 1861 as President-Elect, and then, tragically, from Washington back to Springfield in 1865 as President Martyred. William Turner Coggeshall meticulously details the public ceremonies...

"Catherine Sforza" is a historical biography chronicling the life of Catherine Sforza (1463-1509), an Italian noblewoman and Countess of Forlì and Lady of Imola, renowned for her political acumen and military prowess during the Renaissance. This account details her rise to power, her role...

"Reminiscences of an Emigrant Milesian" offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of Andrew O'Reilly, an Irish emigrant whose experiences spanned both the domestic sphere and the broader world. Published in 1853, this memoir provides a rich tapestry of observations and reflections...

A Bibliography of Theodore Roosevelt, compiled by John Hall Wheelock, offers an extensive listing of works by and about the 26th President of the United States. Published in 1920, this volume provides researchers and enthusiasts with a detailed guide to primary and secondary sources...

"Letters From the Front: From October, 1861 to September, 1864" offers a unique and personal glimpse into the daily life of a soldier during the American Civil War. Penned by Cyrus Morton Cutler, these letters provide firsthand accounts of battles, camp life, and the...

"Reminiscences of an Emigrant Milesian" offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of Andrew O'Reilly, an Irish emigrant whose experiences spanned both the domestic sphere and the broader world. Published in 1853, this memoir provides a rich tapestry of observations and reflections...

Delve into the captivating story of one of the 19th century's most flamboyant and controversial figures in "The Life and Times of Col. James Fisk, Jr." This biography offers a comprehensive and impartial account of the remarkable career of James Fisk, Jr., a prominent...

Free at Last offers a compelling glimpse into the life and times of its author, Jane S. Collins, set against the backdrop of the tumultuous Civil War era. This historical biography provides a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of individuals navigating a...

“Romance and Reality of Amy Robsart” delves into the life of Amy Robsart, wife of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. This historical account explores the intricate web of love, ambition, and tragedy surrounding Amy's life and mysterious death....

"Looking Back: A Lifetime Among Courts, Commissions, and PM&S Lawyers" presents the transcribed oral history of individuals involved in the American legal system. Through personal recollections, this book offers insights into the workings of courts, commissions, and prominent law firms. The transcript, recorded in...

"Makers of Our Nation" offers a comprehensive exploration of pivotal figures who shaped the United States. Authored by Reuben Post Halleck and Juliette Frantz, this biographical collection delves into the lives and contributions of key individuals, providing readers with insights into the nation's formative...

“Reminiscences of the Past Sixty Years” offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of J. B. Alexander, born in 1834. This memoir provides a firsthand account of significant social, political, and cultural changes witnessed over six decades. Alexander's narrative brings to life...

“Romance and Reality of Amy Robsart” delves into the life of Amy Robsart, wife of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. This historical account explores the intricate web of love, ambition, and tragedy surrounding Amy's life and mysterious death....

“Labor Leaders View the Warren Era” presents an invaluable oral history transcript and related materials from 1969-7, compiled by the Bancroft Library's Regional Oral History Office. This collection offers firsthand accounts from key figures in the labor movement reflecting on the impact and legacy...

"Makers of Our Nation" offers a comprehensive exploration of pivotal figures who shaped the United States. Authored by Reuben Post Halleck and Juliette Frantz, this biographical collection delves into the lives and contributions of key individuals, providing readers with insights into the nation's formative...

Explore the evolution of public transportation in the Bay Area through the insightful oral history transcript, "From Private to Publicly Owned Transit in the Bay Area: Reflections of the Attorney, Lobbyist, and General Manager of the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District, 1950s to 1980s." This...

Wilkes and the City, by William Purdie Treloar, delves into the life and times of John Wilkes, a prominent figure in 18th-century London politics. This biography explores Wilkes's career and influence within the City of London, highlighting his role as a champion of liberty...

"Looking Back: A Lifetime Among Courts, Commissions, and PM&S Lawyers" presents the transcribed oral history of individuals involved in the American legal system. Through personal recollections, this book offers insights into the workings of courts, commissions, and prominent law firms. The transcript, recorded in...

Voices From the Cascades, penned by Orrin E. Harmon, offers a captivating glimpse into the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of the Pacific Northwest in the late 19th century. Likely published around 1886, this book presents a collection of observations, anecdotes, and personal reflections...

Voices From the Cascades, penned by Orrin E. Harmon, offers a captivating glimpse into the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of the Pacific Northwest in the late 19th century. Likely published around 1886, this book presents a collection of observations, anecdotes, and personal reflections...

This is Volume 2 of the "Complete Works" of Flavius Josephus, in a revised edition based on Havercamp's Translation, with notes, comments, and references from Whiston and others. Josephus, a 1st-century Romano-Jewish historian, provides invaluable insights into Jewish history and the Roman Empire during...

“Prophecy and Lamentation” recounts the remarkable experiences of Maria Theresa Asmar, a Chaldean Catholic woman, in the Middle East during the early 19th century. This compelling narrative blends elements of travelogue, autobiography, and religious observation, offering a unique perspective on the social, political, and...

“Reminiscences of the Past Sixty Years” offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of J. B. Alexander, born in 1834. This memoir provides a firsthand account of significant social, political, and cultural changes witnessed over six decades. Alexander's narrative brings to life...

"Leaves From Arbor Lodge" offers a captivating glimpse into the history of Arbor Lodge, the Nebraska home of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day. Written by Mary French Morton, this historical account provides a unique perspective on the family's life and the...

“Recollections of Eton” offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of Eton College during the mid-19th century. Written by Charles Frederick Johnstone, this historical account provides personal anecdotes and observations, painting a vivid picture of the school's traditions, notable figures, and daily...

“Recollections of Eton” offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of Eton College during the mid-19th century. Written by Charles Frederick Johnstone, this historical account provides personal anecdotes and observations, painting a vivid picture of the school's traditions, notable figures, and daily...

"Autobiography of Captain W.S. Cain" recounts the life and experiences of William Stephen Cain, offering a firsthand account of his career and times. Likely detailing his involvement with railroads and other significant historical events, this autobiography provides valuable insights into 19th-century American life. Readers...

"One Hundred Years Ago the Life and Times" offers a captivating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the late 19th century. Through the eyes of Walter Dulany Addison, readers are transported back to a pivotal era of American history, exploring the customs,...

In "The History of Herod; or, Another Look at a Man Emerging From Twenty Centuries of Calumny," John Vickers offers a reassessment of Herod the Great, challenging the predominantly negative portrayals that have persisted for two millennia. This historical biography delves into the life...

“Leisure Labors” offers a fascinating glimpse into the antebellum South through the eyes of Joseph Beckham Cobb. Published in 1858, this work provides a unique perspective on plantation life, Southern culture, and the social dynamics of the era. Cobb's writing captures the essence of...

"One Hundred Years Ago the Life and Times" offers a captivating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of the late 19th century. Through the eyes of Walter Dulany Addison, readers are transported back to a pivotal era of American history, exploring the customs,...

In "The History of Herod; or, Another Look at a Man Emerging From Twenty Centuries of Calumny," John Vickers offers a reassessment of Herod the Great, challenging the predominantly negative portrayals that have persisted for two millennia. This historical biography delves into the life...

"A Tribute to the Memory of Mary Queen of Scots" is a historical work dedicated to the life and legacy of one of Scotland's most iconic monarchs. This book explores the turbulent reign of Mary, her complex relationships, and her ultimate execution, which continues...

Immerse yourself in the tumultuous life of one of history's most captivating figures with "Memoirs of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland, Volume I" by Leicester Silk Buckingham. This meticulously researched and engagingly written account delves into the early years of Mary Stuart, exploring her...

Out of the Past, penned by Mountstuart E. Grant Duff, offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of 19th-century Britain. Grant Duff, a keen observer and participant in the events of his time, provides insightful commentary on the key figures...

Immerse yourself in the tumultuous life of one of history's most captivating figures with "Memoirs of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland, Volume I" by Leicester Silk Buckingham. This meticulously researched and engagingly written account delves into the early years of Mary Stuart, exploring her...

Out of the Past, penned by Mountstuart E. Grant Duff, offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of 19th-century Britain. Grant Duff, a keen observer and participant in the events of his time, provides insightful commentary on the key figures...

Using the Nylong hotel in Mandalay as his base for his travels, the author presents a series of vignettes of the extraordinary people and characters who retain their energy and enthusiasm for life, even while living under a military dictatorship. Cycling Myanmar, Mandalay, and...

Anthropology is inseparable from writing, whether in field diaries, letters, articles, or books. Among these writings, letters form paper bridges--holding a special place as material artifacts uniquely capable of building scholarly communities and sustaining relationships with field collaborators long after the fieldwork is completed.The...

Echoes From The Hills is a fascinating insight into a world gone by: a world of pop shops and puddlers, soldiers and sanatoria, brass bands and brickyards.Bradford-born in 1907, when Britain ruled a mighty empire but some children went to school barefoot, Richard Tempest...

"Get ready to be dazzled because "The Merchant of Venus Book"- it's a thrilling adventure through the remarkable life of Walter Thornton, the figure in the most iconic photograph of the 1929 Stock Market Crash! Just imagine: beautiful models, Pinup girls, Hollywood stars; Thornton...

This book is the reconstruction of the life and times of a remarkable woman who lived in the city of Nottingham in Victorian England. She was mainly remarkable for marrying five times, all but the first one bigamous, and having her only surviving child...

From Indiana farm boy to Vietnam fighter pilot and beyond, Fredrick L. Pumroy often seemed to "live on the edge." Stories about his narrow escapes from enemy anti-aircraft fire over the Ho Chi Minh Trail and dances with death in all manner of aircraft...

From Les Andelys to Verdun ... is the story of a young French cadet fresh out of the Preparatory Military School of Infantry (1910-1914) who, like all his fellow students, volunteered for the duration of the war, and found himself thrown into the inferno...

Fraser James must have been crazy to join a police force that had no guns, no badges and no sirens on their patrol cars. He hated the sight of human blood yet in his first 3 months he saw so much of it from...

This book describes the life of Joseph Clarke, an Ulsterman from Newbliss, County Monaghan, Ireland. In June 1914 he arrived in Canada with his father William to farm, however returned within a year after World War I began to enlist in the Royal Irish...

Accompanied by their two youngest teenage daughters, the author and his companion leave behind a comfortable life in Canada and move to Kenya. They make their home in Ogwedhi, a village on the boundary between South Nyanza and the Trans Mara Region of Rift...

Accompanied by their two youngest teenage daughters, the author and his companion leave behind a comfortable life in Canada and move to Kenya. They make their home in Ogwedhi, a village on the boundary between South Nyanza and the Trans Mara Region of Rift...