Biography & Autobiography - Historical

From the rugged mountains of Corsica to the grandeur of imperial Europe, the story of Napoleon Bonaparte ignites the pages of "Iron and Fire: The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte," plunging you into the maelstrom of tumultuous history.Embark on an odyssey that sails through the...

This biography of William Cunningham, written by Robert Rainy and James Mackenzie, is a fascinating insight into the life of this influential Scottish theologian. Learn about Cunningham's contributions to his field, as well as his personal life and relationships. This book is essential reading...

Discover the fascinating history of the Boyles, earls of Glasgow, in this meticulously researched genealogical account. From their medieval origins to their rise to prominence in the eighteenth century, the Boyles' story is one of wealth, power, and prestige. This definitive family history is...

Children of the Dead End; The Autobiography of an Irish Navvy, is many of the old classic books which have been considered important throughout the human history. They are now extremely scarce and very expensive antique. So that this work is never forgotten we...

If you are a member of the Bays family, this book is a must-read. It provides a detailed account of the family's storied past, including their experiences with Native American attacks, plantation life, and seafaring adventures. Additionally, it sheds light on the family's French...

Author: Laurel Thatcher UlrichISBN-10: 1665289325ISBN-13: 9781665289320Publisher: Tantor AudioLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/14/2017Format: CD

Discovering a new continent, he changed the map of the earth and the course of civilization... Few men in history have changed the world as Christopher Columbus did when he sailed into the perilous and vast Atlantic Ocean. While seeking the island of Cipango...

Originally published in 1938, this book contains the biography of Francisco Franco, the leader of the Nationalist military rebellion in the Spanish Civil War, and authorian head of the State of Spain from 1936 (as a unified nation from 1939 onwards) until his death...

"In Arthur Griffith there is a mighty force in Ireland. He has none of the wildness of some I could name. Instead there is an abundance of wisdom and an awareness of things which are Ireland." -- Michael Collins *** As a working-class Dubliner...

Most students of the American Civil War know the name George Gordon Meade, but few can tell you about the man. With this addition to Potomac's Military Profiles series, historian Richard Sauers examines the life of one of the Union Army's most notable generals....

Born into slavery on a Tennessee plantation, John McCline escaped from bondage, worked for the Union Army in the Civil War, and eventually found a new life in the American West. Slavery in the Clover Bottoms is his own story, recollected in later years,...

On a hot August morning in 1892 in a town in the Italian province of Avellino, in secrecy in the cellar under the house of a prominent family, a baby girl, unplanned and unwanted, was born. Her adoptive parents named her Alessandra. Her birthright...

Author: Kenneth C. DrinnonISBN-10: 1483680835ISBN-13: 9781483680835Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/26/2013Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.27d

The Story Of A Life, And Two Sequels is a book written by William Alfred Gibbs and first published in 1873. The book tells the story of a man's life from childhood to adulthood, including his struggles, successes, and relationships. It is divided into...

The book titled ""The Pauline Privilege And The Constitutions Of Canon 1125"" by Francis J. Winslow is a comprehensive study of the Pauline Privilege, which is a provision in Catholic canon law that allows for the dissolution of a marriage between two non-baptized individuals...

""All We Are and All We Have: Speeches and Messages Since Pearl Harbor"" is a collection of speeches and messages delivered by Generalissimo Chiang Kai Shek since the Pearl Harbor attack. The book covers Chiang's speeches during World War II and the Chinese Civil...

""The Life and History of Francisco Villa: The Mexican Bandit"" is a book written by Captain Kennedy that chronicles the life and times of Francisco Villa, a notorious bandit who became a revolutionary leader in Mexico. The book explores Villa's early years as a...

Contributing Authors Include Parthenia Gregory, Grant Foreman, Clarence Turner And Many Others.Author: Oklahoma Historical SocietyISBN-10: 1258679655ISBN-13: 9781258679651Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/20/2013Pages: 162Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.35d

Includes Rifle For Hire By John Gregor; Three Lives Of Bat Masterson By Clair Huffaker; Pat Garrett By Clair Huffaker; Saga Of Wyatt Earp By Jack Pearl; Saga Of Sam Bass By Clair Huffaker; Sheriff Slaughter Of Tombstone By Edwin Johnson; And Saga Of...

Author: Neil Wayne NortheyISBN-10: 1258515288ISBN-13: 9781258515287Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2012Pages: 228Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.68lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.48d

A Selection of Contemporary Pakistani Short Stories is a collection of short stories written by various Pakistani authors, compiled and edited by Nasir Ahmad Faruqi Farooki. The book features a diverse range of stories that offer an insight into the lives, experiences, and struggles...

Power and Glory: The Life of Boies Penrose is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential politicians in the early 20th century United States. Written by Walter Davenport, the book explores the life and career of Boies Penrose, a Republican Senator from...

""John Gay Or Work For Boys V1: Work For Winter"" is a book written by Jacob Abbott and first published in 1864. The book is a part of the ""John Gay"" series and is aimed at young boys. It tells the story of John...

Descendants Of William Lamson Of Ipswich, Massachusetts, 1634-1917 is a genealogical book authored by William Judson Lamson. The book traces the lineage of William Lamson, who arrived in Ipswich, Massachusetts, in 1634, and his descendants up until 1917. The book contains detailed information on...

The book ""Life Of Theobald Mathew: The Great Apostle Of Temperance"" written by Theobald Mathew in 1844 is a biography of his own life. Theobald Mathew was a prominent Irish Catholic priest who was known for his efforts in promoting temperance and abstinence from...

Abbas II (1915) is a biography of Abbas II, the last Shah of the Qajar dynasty in Iran, written by Evelyn Baring. The book covers the life and reign of Abbas II, who ruled Iran from 1909 to 1925, and provides insight into the...

James Speed: A Personality is a biography written by James Speed himself, published in 1914. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of James Speed, an American lawyer and politician who served as the Attorney General of the United States...

""Rochester Social Centers and Civic Clubs: Story of the First Two Years (1909)"" is a historical account of the establishment and early years of civic clubs and social centers in Rochester, New York. Written by the League of Civic Clubs, the book provides detailed...

The Terry-Broderick Duel: Also, The Oration Of Edward D. Baker Over The Dead Body Of David C. Broderick is a historical book written by John Currey in 1896. The book documents the infamous duel between David C. Broderick, a United States Senator from California,...

Legends of Our Lady and the Saints: Or Our Children's Book of Stories, in Verse, Part I is a book that contains a collection of stories about the Virgin Mary and various saints. Written by an author from St. Leonards-On-Sea, the book is intended...

Lady Hester Stanhope: A Biography by Joan Haslip is a detailed account of the life of Lady Hester Stanhope, a remarkable and unconventional woman who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book traces Lady Hester's life from her privileged upbringing...

""Peter Cooper: A Mechanic Of New York"" is a biography written by Gano Dunn, detailing the life and achievements of Peter Cooper, a prominent American inventor, industrialist, and philanthropist. The book chronicles Cooper's rise from humble beginnings as a young apprentice in a New...

The book ""Life Of Tom Horn: Government Scout And Interpreter"" is a biographical account of the life and career of Tom Horn, who served as a government scout and interpreter in the late 19th century. The book is written by Tom Horn himself, and...

The Life Of Theophrastus Paracelsus A Famous Alchemist is a book written by W.P. Swainson that explores the life and work of Theophrastus Paracelsus, a renowned alchemist from the 16th century. The book delves into the various aspects of Paracelsus' life, including his upbringing,...

The Story Of The Pony Express is a historical non-fiction book written by Glenn D. Bradley. The book takes the reader on a journey through the history of the Pony Express, a mail delivery service that operated in the United States during the mid-19th...

""Twenty Short Discourses V1-3: Adapted To Village Worship Or The Devotions Of The Family"" is a collection of religious sermons written by Benjamin Beddome and originally published in 1807. The book is divided into three volumes, each containing twenty sermons that are designed to...

""The Descendants of William Towne"" is a genealogical book that traces the lineage of William Towne, who arrived in America around 1630 and settled in Salem, Massachusetts. Written by Edwin Eugene Towne and published in 1900, this book provides a comprehensive account of the...

""Letters From An Old Man To A Young Prince V3: With Answers"" is a book written by Carl Gustaf Tessin in 1759. The book consists of a series of letters written by an old man to a young prince, providing advice and guidance on...

The Border and the Buffalo: An Untold Story of the Southwest Plains is a historical non-fiction book written by John R. Cook and published in 1907. The book is a vivid account of the author's experiences and observations during his time in the Southwest...

Speaking Ill of the Dead: Jerks in Colorado History features 17 short biographies of notorious bad guys, perpetrators of mischief, visionary if misunderstood thinkers, and other colorful antiheroes from the history of the Centennial State. Author: Phyllis PerryISBN-10: 0762727055ISBN-13: 9780762727056Publisher: Globe Pequot PressLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

""Bush-Life In Queensland: Or John West�������s Colonial Experiences"" is a book written by A.C. Grant that chronicles the experiences of John West, a colonial settler in Queensland, Australia. The book provides a detailed account of the challenges and adventures that West faced as he...

Like the better-known Mitfords, the Garman sisters took center stage in Bohemian London during the first half of the twentieth century. Beautiful, flamboyant, and headstrong, they broke away from middle-class conventions, seducing and inspiring a generation of artists. Kathleen, an enigmatic artist's model and...

Mirko Jelusich (1886-1969) was an Austrian writer known for his historical novels, often focusing on dramatic interpretations of significant historical figures and events. His works frequently explored themes of power, destiny, and individual struggle. Though controversial due to his involvement with Nazi ideology, his...

Charlotte: A Holocaust Story of Strength, Courage, and Hope is a captivating true story of survival during the Nazi occupation of France.Charlotte Rozencwajg had a picturesque childhood in Paris, but at the age of ten she is faced with the unimaginable terror of being...

This well-written story is inspired by the true escapades of Captain Dan "RoaringDan" Seavey who sailed the Wanderer, commercial schooner operating in LakeMichigan in the early 20th century. Seavey's legitimate shipping operations wereovershadowed by his nefarious activities including hijacking boats, stealing cargo, smuggling, illegal...

Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine are two of the most recognizable figures of the Middle Ages, and almost certainly the best-known couple. The lives of their sons have been examined in detail many times, but their daughters are barely known despite the influence...

The second volume in an acclaimed biography of Oliver Cromwell, from the capture of Charles I to the expulsion of the Long Parliament In 1647, the Parliamentarians were divided. They had won the first civil war and the king was in custody, but disagreements...

The Battle of Trafalgar, a clash that reverberates through history, is often lauded as one of the most heroic naval engagements ever fought. More than just a victory, it was a masterclass in naval strategy and courage that decisively crippled Napoleon's ambitions for maritime...

Tony Cornell spent his life probing the very edges of reality. A member of the UK's Society for Psychical Research (SPR), Cornell's role as an investigator of so-called "spontaneous cases" saw him returning time and again to the unsettling spaces that exist just on...

Step into the heart of the Pacific War, where the roar of battleships, the crackle of dive-bombers, and the courage of unsung heroes shaped the destiny of the modern world. Sinking of HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse: War in the Pacific takes...