Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Explore the life and legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted, the visionary landscape architect whose designs shaped the American landscape. This meticulously prepared biography chronicles Olmsted's profound impact on urban planning and park design. Best known for his masterpiece, "Central Park," Olmsted's influence extends far...

"American Leaders and Heroes: A preliminary text-book in United States History," by Wilbur Fisk Gordy, offers a glimpse into the lives and accomplishments of significant figures in American history. This biography-driven exploration delves into the stories of United States leaders and heroes, providing insights...

"Caudebec in America: A Record of the Descendants of Jacques Caudebec 1700 to 1920" by William Louis Cuddeback offers a meticulously researched account of one family's journey from Caudebec-en-Caux, France, to the United States. This book chronicles the Caudebec family's history, tracing their genealogy...

Delve into the captivating world of 18th-century Russia with "Memoirs of the Empress Catherine II, Written by Herself." This autobiography offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the life and reign of one of history's most influential figures, Catherine the Great. As Empress of...

"Slave Narratives: Virginia Narratives" offers a powerful and essential firsthand account of slavery in the United States. Compiled by the Work Projects Administration, this collection presents interviews with formerly enslaved people in Virginia, providing invaluable insights into their lives, experiences, and perspectives. This historical...

"Pioneering in Cuba: A Narrative of the Settlement of La Gloria, the First American Colony in Cuba, and the Early Experiences of the Pioneers" recounts the fascinating story of Americans establishing a settlement in Cuba. James Meade Adams meticulously documents the challenges and triumphs...

Embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of 18th-century Africa with Mungo Park's "Travels in the Interior of Africa, Vol. 1 of 2." This captivating historical account chronicles Park's intrepid explorations, focusing on the elusive Niger River. A pivotal figure in the history...

Explore the life and legacy of a remarkable figure in Greek history with Xenophon's "Agesilaus." This biography delves into the reign of Agesilaus II, King of Sparta, offering a compelling portrait of his leadership, military campaigns, and impact on ancient Greece. Xenophon, a contemporary...

This fascinating memoir explores the lives of the Gayer family, a prominent English family with a rich history spanning many decades. From the family's origins in the 18th century to their impact on English culture and politics in the 19th century, this book is...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Months after World War II officially ends, a 15-year-old boy still hides in a potato field. The horror of the Holocaust is followed by the horror of survival. The question "Why me?" haunts survivors for the rest of our lives. For some of us,...

If Charles Théveneau de Morande was a character in a novel, he would be considered the ultimate anti-hero. Morande's historical significance far transcends his success as a blackmailer and scandalous pamphleteer. Having extorted the French monarchy he turned coat and during the War of...

This is Flexner's portrait of Gilbert Stuart, painter of George Washington, and other founding fathers, who once shied away from a self-portrait he had begun to please his bride. Flexner presents us with a portrait constructed as the artist would have constructed it, frank,...

Daniel O'Connell, as we bring him into focus, after generations of bitter criticism, misrepresentation, and neglect, becomes a very modern man. The principles which he held with such consistency and expounded with such consummate eloquence are, by modern standards, enlightened, even prescient. They are...

A former Sunday school teacher and Hollywood actor, Ronald Reagan was an unlikely candidate for president. His charisma, conviction, and leadership earned him the governorship of California, from which he launched his successful bid to become the fortieth president of the United States in...

In this portrait of a man the Florida House of Representatives eulogized as the "Floridian of the Twentieth Century," Dyckman argues that the courageous moral leadership of LeRoy Collins not only spared Florida the humiliation that befell other southern states under less enlightened leaders...

In 1931, when the Nashville Banner conducted a survey to determine the "Greatest Tennesseans" to date, the state's Confederate "War Governor," Isham G. Harris (1818--1897), ranked tenth on the list, behind such famous Tennesseans as Andrew Jackson, James K. Polk, Andrew Johnson, and Nathan...

The disappearance behind the Iron Curtain of the American brothers Noel and Hermann Field in 1949, followed by that of Noel's wife and their foster daughter, was one of the most publicized international mysteries of the Cold War. This dual memoir gives an intensely...

Author: Agnes VadasISBN-10: 0759607788ISBN-13: 9780759607781Publisher: 1st Book LibraryLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/20/2001Pages: 116Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 8.03h x 5.01w x 0.31d

A Christian Science Monitor Best Nonfiction Book of the Year "In his masterful new biography, Randall B. Woods convincingly makes the case for Johnson's greatness--as the last American president whose leadership achieved truly revolutionary breakthroughs in progressive domestic legislation, bringing changes that have improved...

This book examines the Ghandian precepts of satyagraha or non-violent protest and non-violence and the evolution of these precepts in the context of anti-imperial movements, organized by Ghandi.Author: Bidyut ChakrabartyISBN-10: 041536096XISBN-13: 9780415360968Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/13/2005Pages: 248Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.12lbsSize: 9.29h x 6.47w x 0.76d

This book is the first to focus a bright light on the life and early career of George S. Schuyler, one of the most important intellectuals of the Harlem Renaissance. A popular journalist in black America, Schuyler wielded a sharp, double-edged wit to attack...

This volume provides a readable account of the history of the British Isles from the Norman Conquest of England to the eve of the Welsh rebellion against Edward I in 1282. In six detailed chapters, contributors consider the fundamental changes that occurred in political...

Author: Noah Van Sciver, Paul Buhle, Steve MaxISBN-10: 1786636875ISBN-13: 9781786636874Publisher: VersoLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/12/2019Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 8.60h x 6.30w x 0.60dReview Citation(s): Publishers Weekly 12/17/2018

Author: Charles-Albert Morã(c) (Comte De)ISBN-10: 1024818519ISBN-13: 9781024818512Publisher: Hutson Street PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/22/2025Pages: 238Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.75lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.50d

Howard Louis Conard, historian and biographer, editor of the 1901 Encyclopedia of Missouri, wrote this 1890 "account of the adventures and thrilling experiences of the most noted American hunter, trapper, guide, scout, and Indian fighter now living" from his interviews in the waning years...

A deep look at the impact of Christian scripture on Bartolomé de las Casas, one of the first and strongest critics against Spanish colonialism of the New World and for Indigenous rights. Theologian, activist, reformer, political philosopher, historian and anthropologist Bartolomé de las Casas,...

Author: Ronald E. RhodesISBN-10: 1967616957ISBN-13: 9781967616954Publisher: NY Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/28/2025Pages: 548Format: HardcoverWeight: 3.41lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.19d

Author: Michael Dale MosleyISBN-10: 1967086133ISBN-13: 9781967086139Publisher: Blackmount PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/04/2025Pages: 46Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d

From Small-Town Wonder to Global Wanderer. One Boy's Journey Through Life's Turbulence, Triumphs, and Truths.In Running to the Moon, Port R. Martin invites readers on an extraordinary memoir spanning decades of discovery, adventure, and personal evolution. From a curious boy growing up in Walla...

The Journey Home is an honest, inspiring memoir that takes you deep into the life of Dave Westphal, a boy raised on a hardworking Illinois farm who grows into a leader in agribusiness and serves his country with grit and pride. From milking cows...

The Journey Home is an honest, inspiring memoir that takes you deep into the life of Dave Westphal, a boy raised on a hardworking Illinois farm who grows into a leader in agribusiness and serves his country with grit and pride. From milking cows...

In a time of kingdoms and crusades, one man's heart is the battlefield.Cerdic, a Saxon knight, serves Count Stephen-Henry of Blois with unwavering loyalty-yet his soul remains divided. Haunted by memories of England, the land of his childhood, and bound by duty to King...

In a time of kingdoms and crusades, one man's heart is the battlefield.Cerdic, a Saxon knight, serves Count Stephen-Henry of Blois with unwavering loyalty-yet his soul remains divided. Haunted by memories of England, the land of his childhood, and bound by duty to King...

A Second Memorial of Henry Wisner offers a detailed biographical account of Henry Wisner, a prominent figure during the American Revolution. This meticulously researched work delves into Wisner's life, examining his contributions to the cause of American independence and his role in the Continental...

"Old Diary Leaves" offers a unique historical record of the Theosophical Society during its formative years. Authored by Henry Steel Olcott, co-founder and first president of the Society, this second series (1878-1883) provides an insider's view into the organization's activities, challenges, and evolution during...

Memorial Record of the Nation's Tribute to Abraham Lincoln, compiled by B. F. Morris, stands as a poignant testament to the profound impact of Abraham Lincoln on a nation grappling with the aftermath of the Civil War. This carefully curated collection encapsulates the widespread...

Take a trip back in time to the Regency-era life of Jane Austen, one of literature's most beloved novelists, with this captivating exploration of her works and the timeless themes of romance, family, and society.Pocket Portraits: Jane Austen takes you through the moments of...

Values & Circumstances That Shaped a Life: A Wild Journey" is a deeply reflective memoir by diplomat, educator, and strategist Wilford H. Welch, tracing the profound moments, global experiences, and personal values that have shaped his extraordinary life across nearly nine decades. From growing...

"The Book of Ser Marco Polo, Volume 2" continues the remarkable account of Marco Polo's travels through Asia in the 13th century. This volume details his observations of various kingdoms, cultures, and marvels encountered during his journeys. Providing invaluable insights into the geography, customs,...

Author: Abdul Hamid LahoriISBN-10: 9362057441ISBN-13: 9789362057440Publisher: Sanage Publishing House LlpLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/19/2025Pages: 130Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.31d

George Ward Price became the leading journalist of the 1930s through a string of exclusive stories about Nazi Germany. He spent an hour alone with Hitler and Göring after the remilitarization of the Rhineland. He stood next to Hitler as he addressed a crowd...

Dive into the tumultuous reign of Gustavus Vasa, the 16th-century king who shaped modern Sweden. This historical account chronicles Vasa's rise to power, his struggles against foreign domination, and his efforts to establish a stable and prosperous kingdom. From his early life and adventures...

Bartholomew de Las Casas: His Life, His Apostolate, and His Writings offers a detailed biography of the influential 16th-century Spanish Dominican friar, known for his advocacy for the rights of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas. Authored by Francis Augustus MacNutt, this comprehensive work...

Discover the untold story of Kaiser Wilhelm I, the man who transformed a fractured col-lection of German states into a unified empire under Prussian leadership. Through the lens of a soldier, king, and visionary, Wilhelm I: King, Warrior, Emperor reveals the trials and triumphs...

“Diary of a Physician in California” offers a rare first-hand account of life during the California Gold Rush. Written by James L. Tyson, a physician who traveled to California in 1849, the diary chronicles his experiences, observations, and reflections on the burgeoning society of...

Examines a selection of Charles I's people, exploring their aspirations and discontents, their engagement with kindred and colleagues, and central authority, in an age they recognized as 'troubled'. This book examines the lives and circumstances of a variety of English men and women in...

This book deals with the patriotic struggle of five brothers who fought gallantly against Fascist Italy occupation during the Ethiopian patriotic war.Author: Alemayehu AbebeISBN-13: 9798603665184Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/13/2020Pages: 202Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.43d