Biography & Autobiography - Historical

The Life of James De Koven, written by William Cox Pope and published in 1899, is a biographical account of the life and work of James De Koven, an American Episcopal priest and theologian. The book traces De Koven's life from his childhood in...

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...

Reminiscences of John Murray Forbes V3 is a book written by John Murray Forbes and published in 1902. This book is the third volume of a series of memoirs written by Forbes, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist of the 19th century. The book...

Doctor Henry Skilton, And His Descendants is a book written by John Davis Skilton and published in 1921. The book is a genealogical record of the Skilton family, with a focus on Doctor Henry Skilton and his descendants. Doctor Skilton was born in 1763...

'Fascinating . . . O'Driscoll's research is impressive' Ben Macintyre, The Times_____ The story behind the hit movie Baltimore, starring Imogen Poots. The astonishing story of the English heiress who devoted her life to the IRA. She grew up in a Chelsea townhouse and...

The book ""Henry Rosenberg, 1824-1893"" was published in 1918 by the Rosenberg Library. It is a biography of the life and accomplishments of Henry Rosenberg, who lived from 1824 to 1893. The book provides a comprehensive look at Rosenberg's life, including his early years,...

The Story Of Chaucer�������s Canterbury Pilgrims: Retold For Children is a book written by Katharine Lee Bates in 1909. The book is a retelling of the classic literary work by Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, which tells the story of a group of pilgrims...

This book traces the ancestry and accomplishments of the Tedford family, which originated in England and later migrated to North America. It chronicles the family's involvement in business, politics, and cultural pursuits, and provides insight into their personal lives.This work has been selected by...

The Moon's Histories is a book written by John Absolon in 1848. The book is a detailed account of the history of the moon, including its formation, geological features, and its impact on Earth. The author also explores the various theories and scientific discoveries...

Are you a fan of mysteries and the paranormal? If so, you won't want to miss this collection of spine-tingling tales from North Carolina. From haunted houses to unsolved mysteries, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the darker side of Southern folklore.This work...

Through extensive research and interviews, Paul A. W Wallace has compiled a detailed history of the Muhlenberg family, tracing their impact on politics, religion, and culture in Pennsylvania. This book is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of Pennsylvania.This work has been...

""The Life of Catherine Clive"" is a biography written by Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Catherine Clive, an English actress who rose to fame during the 18th century. The biography covers her adventures both...

""The Story of Jephthah: Told in the Eleventh and Twelfth Chapters of the Book of Judges"" is a religious book written by Peter Rudland. The book is based on the biblical story of Jephthah, who was a judge of Israel. The story is told...

""The Life, Crime and Capture of John Wilkes Booth"" is a non-fiction book written by George Alfred Townsend. The book chronicles the life of John Wilkes Booth, the infamous assassin who killed President Abraham Lincoln. It delves into Booth's upbringing, his family background, his...

A firsthand account of Latvia during World War II: "A British diplomat's wife's beautifully observed eye-witness account of the Soviet occupation." --Condé Nast Traveler With her husband in the British Foreign Service, Peggie Benton had already lived through the Nazi invasion of Austria in...

The Story of Phallicism V1 is a book written by Lee Alexander Stone that delves into the history and cultural significance of phallic symbols and worship. The book explores the origins of phallicism in ancient cultures and religions, including the worship of the god...

This is Ron Wood's second book. It is the story of his four-times Great Grandfather, who came to the Americas in 1806. He was a Franciscan Priest assigned to the Alta California mission system owned by the Catholic Church. This book was developed through...

Valeriy Polekh, a leading Russian hornist whose life and career spanned the early Russian Soviet era to the collapse of Russian communism, celebrates his love of music in this autobiography. Born July 5, 1918, in Moscow, his mother instilled in him an appreciation for...

Meriel Schindler spent her adult life trying to keep her father, Kurt, at bay. But when he died in 2017, he left behind piles of Nazi-era documents related to her family's fate in Innsbruck, Austria, and a treasure trove of family albums reaching back...

Evenings With Grandpapa Or The Admiral On Shore: Naval Stories For Children is a book written by Jahleel Brenton and published in 1860. This book is a collection of short stories that are based on naval adventures and are intended for children. The stories...

Peter Hardeman Burnett was one of the first governors of California and played a key role in the state's early history. This memoir offers a firsthand account of pioneering life in the American West and sheds light on the political and social issues of...

This book is a biography of twelve great men whose achievements left a strong and lasting impression on American history. From Thomas Paine to Benjamin Franklin, these figures played pivotal roles in shaping the nation's identity and values.This work has been selected by scholars...

The shocking and extraordinary story of the most conniving, manipulative Tudor family you've never heard of--the dashing and daring House of Dudley. Each Tudor monarch made their name with a Dudley by their side--or by crushing one beneath their feet. The Dudleys thrived at...

Trekking the Tracks of Paul records a modern Protestant traveler - adventuring to Greece - the birthplace of western civilization and one of the premier outposts for Paul the Apostle.Join the author on this adventure to the archaeologically rich land, and get ready for...

The Story of Art Smith is a thrilling account of the life of the famous American aviator Art Smith. It is based on his diary, memoirs, and notes, as well as interviews with those who knew him. The book has been praised for its...

Experience the drama that was twentieth century Cuba and the aftermath of the Cuban diaspora of the 1960s from the front row seat of Rosa Maria (Rosy) Teresa de la Concepci n de Varona de Morell Romero (1914-2011). Rosy grew up in the Havana...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Theodore RooseveltISBN-10: 1523361522ISBN-13: 9781523361526Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

Just a day like many others before, February 24th, 2022.Petra had finished another quilt for her children and was ready to relax and watch the news.She was a little depressed today because it was the day on which her Papahad been killed in Russia...

American Book of Golden Deeds is a collection of stories of American heroism.Author: James BaldwinISBN-10: 1517732425ISBN-13: 9781517732424Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/09/2015Pages: 148Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.46lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.32d

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1909 Edition.Author: Marie TrevelyanISBN-10: 1498050840ISBN-13: 9781498050845Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 364Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.07lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.75d

READ THE EXCITING HISTORY OF THE MIESSES. The Miesse book has been many years in the making. The Miesse Family Tree began with the works of Ezra Miesse, George A. Katzenberger, Milton Arnold, and Anthony J. Ruble who encouraged their families to keep good...

In December of 1814, American forces led by Major General Andrew Jackson moved into the city of New Orleans. For the next six weeks, Jackson's ragtag troops of militiamen, free blacks, Indians, and pirates furiously defended the city against Britain's elite army, led by...

The Incomparable Hildegarde (1906-2005) began her career as a pianist in Milwaukee's silent movie theaters, which led to the Vaudeville stage. By the 1930s, she was singing in the cabarets of Paris and London, rubbing elbows with royalty, White Russians and Josephine Baker. She...

""Sun Yat-Sen, His Life And Its Meaning: A Critical Biography"" by Sharman Lyon is a detailed account of the life of Sun Yat-Sen, a Chinese revolutionary and political leader who played a pivotal role in the overthrow of the Qing dynasty and the establishment...

Mr. Finnell, a noted Huguenot authority, is also the Registrar-General of the National Huguenot Society. Clearfield Company, which has also published the National Huguenot Society Bible Records--compiled by Mr. Finnell in 1997--is pleased to offer this revised bibliography of "Huguenot Genealogies." In deciding which...

This is an admirable blend of regional history and family history, providing the researcher with a twin perspective of Monroe County, Tennessee. Background chapters dwell at length on Sweetwater pioneers, early settlers and settlements, churches, towns, schools, lodges, railroads, etc. Lenoir has included, moreover,...

Alter Wiener's father was brutally murdered on September 11, 1939 by the German invaders of Poland. Alter was then a boy of 13. At the age of 15 he was deported to Blechhammer, a Forced Labor Camp for Jews, in Germany. He survived five...

San Francisco's legendary DJ, Don Sherwood, was the brilliant rebel everyone wants to be. A San Francisco Chronicle bestseller. Herb Caen said, "It is impossible to think of anybody who could come closer than Laurie Harper has in this chronicle of a legendary character...

""The Count of Saint-Germain and Tragical Prophecies"" is a non-fiction book written by Isabel Cooper-Oakley that explores the mysterious life of the enigmatic figure known as the Count of Saint-Germain. The book delves into the history, legends, and prophecies surrounding this legendary figure, who...

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...

Angela's mother was a secret agent for the American military government. WWII was over, Angela was five, but vividly remembers her family's flight from the Russian army and wandering "like stray dogs" for nine months. Earlier, to reunite the family, Angela's grandfather had hiked...

The Memoirs of Napoleon, Volume 8, 1805 is a historical book written by Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne. It is a collection of memoirs that provides an insight into the life and times of Napoleon Bonaparte during the year 1805. The book covers various...

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...

Sir Robert Peel is a biography written by Justin McCarthy about the life and political career of the British statesman Sir Robert Peel. Peel was a prominent figure in British politics during the 19th century and served as Prime Minister twice. The book covers...

This is the first biography of one of the wealthiest and most influential bishops of medieval Europe, who for a period of over thirty years exercised a degree of power over the thirteenth-century Plantagenet court second only to that of the king. The career...

Author: Jacob Simpson PaytonISBN-10: 1258566303ISBN-13: 9781258566302Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2013Pages: 142Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.44lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.30d

Author: Gordon Brook-ShepherdISBN-10: 1258516128ISBN-13: 9781258516123Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2012Pages: 314Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.93lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.66d

Thomas Babington Macaulay's History of England was a phenomenal Victorian best-seller defining a nation's sense of self, its triumphant rise to a powerfully homogenous nation built on a global empire and its claim to be the modern nation, marking the route to civilization for...

Caroline Miller, teacher, lobbyist, labor leader, politician, artist, and author shares a candid account of her youth. The ink being barely dry on her college diploma from Reed College in Portland, Oregon, she follows her fiancé to England. Two years later, after struggling to...