Biography & Autobiography - Historical

What if the war you were fighting had ended decades ago-but no one told you?For twenty-nine years, deep in the uncharted jungles of the Philippines, one man remained hidden-armed, relentless, and utterly convinced that World War II was still raging on. While the world...

Discover the most shocking stories of betrayal, bravery, and the search for freedom! Have you ever wondered what drives a person to leave everything, even their own country, and risk their life to start over in a foreign land, often in the territory of...

Behind the grandeur of Louis XIV's France stood a man of cunning intellect, diplomatic mastery, and unwavering ambition-Jules Mazarin. Often overshadowed by his predecessor, Cardinal Richelieu, Mazarin was far more than just a successor; he was the architect of a powerful and centralized France....

In these essays, Toynton remembers her éeacute;migré relatives, some of whom left Germany as soon as Hitler came to power, others only escaped later. Evelyn Toynton's relatives, German-Jewish refugees all, had grown up thinking of themselves as Germans first and Jews second; her portraits...

Author, Gale Cooper's, book, The Billy the Kid's Bad Bucks Hoax: Faking Billy Bonney as a Brockway Gang Counterfeiter, debunks that hoax as well as the hoaxes that led up to it: the Billy the Kid imposter hoaxes of "Brushy Bill" Roberts and John...

This collection of wills will be enjoyed by the layman, the lawyer and the scholar as a reflection of the individual cited and of their times. All sorts of wills from the sublime to the absurd are included, such as the will of a...

The gambler, John Jackson Cozad, was a dreamer, a visionary, a land developer, and above all else, a paradox. He raked in fortunes at the faro tables across the West-yet he aspired to develop a vice-less community devoid of saloons, gambling halls, and bawdy...

Discover a thrilling true story of treachery, deceit, hope and despair.From the moment Mary, Queen of Scots set foot on English soil in 1568 until her execution at Fotheringhay Castle on 8 February 1587, she was the prisoner of her cousin, Elizabeth I. Unlike...

This book tells the hundred-year history of Three Rivers, California, from the 1850s to the 1950s. Three Rivers has always been a special place, one of rolling wooded hills, nestled close to the High Sierra mountains. Those mountains feed the rivers that give the...

A Civil War Captain and His Lady is a true "Cold Mountain" love story from the Northern perspective. More than 150 years ago, 27-year-old Irish immigrant Josiah Moore met 19-year-old Jennie Lindsay, a member of one of Peoria, Illinois's most prominent families. The Civil...

One of the most influential autobiographies in American history! The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is not just a story-it's a roadmap to personal greatness. Written by the Founding Father himself, this timeless classic reveals Franklin's journey from a humble printer's apprentice to one of...

In this historical biography, the life story of the founder of the United Kingdom's royal charitable lifeboat service is revealed for the first time. Established in the nineteenth century when death from shipwreck was a tragic reality, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) was...

The Life of a Fossil Hunter is a memoir written by Charles Hazelius Sternberg, a renowned paleontologist who made significant contributions to the field of fossil hunting during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book chronicles Sternberg's experiences as a fossil hunter,...

John Ferris wrote The Winds of Barclay Street on behalf of the men and women who worked on the New York World-Telegram and Sun. After the prestigious newspaper's demise, in 1967, he often reminisced with his former colleagues, fondly remembering the antics and tomfoolery...

Louis Agassiz was one of the fathers of Earth sciences in his lifetime, his second wife collected the correspondence he shared with some of the foremost thinkers of his day, here is the first volume of this fascinating collection.Author: Elizabeth Cary AgassizISBN-10: 1473310458ISBN-13: 9781473310452Publisher:...

In 1869, Sarah Hopkins Bradford published Scenes in the Life of Harriet Tubman. Though often disjointed, this account presented to the public a legendary figure of the Underground Railroad. In 1886, Bradford substantially rewrote the biography at the request of Tubman, who hoped its...

Colorado's First Tourist In the mid-1800s, Anglo-Irish aristocrat Sir St. George Gore embarked on an ambitious expedition through the Rocky Mountains. His extravagant hunting party slaughtered thousands of animals during their tour through the beautiful Colorado Territory and left multiple landmarks bearing his name...

Unsung heroes of the Old Dominion Historians have spilled plenty of ink on the leaders of the Continental Army and French forces at the 1781 Siege of Yorktown. But less is known about the top leadership of the Virginia militia forces who were also...

Charleston was founded in 1670 by people recruited in the coffeehouses and pubs of London. They were a diverse and interesting group that created a vibrant, sophisticated city in the wilderness. This book tells the stories of people in each era of the city's...

History from New Zealand's early colonial days is traversed in this "triple biography." Prize-winning investigative journalist and now retired newspaper editor, Geoff Adams. explores three intertwined characters: Judge Dudley Ward, his wife Anne, and his mistress Thorpe Talbot. All three were celebrities in the...

A Narrative Of The Conversion And Death Of Count Struensee: Formerly Prime Minister Of Denmark is a book written by Balthasar Munter and published in 1826. The book tells the story of Count Struensee, who was a Prime Minister of Denmark in the late...

""A Collection of the Familiar Letters and Miscellaneous Papers of Benjamin Franklin: Now for the First Time Published"" is a book that was first published in 1833. The book is a compilation of letters and papers written by one of America's founding fathers, Benjamin...

A Pound of Brains: Thirty Years' Observation of Horse Sense is a book written by George M. Fadner, first published in 1908. The book explores the author's observations of horses and their behavior over the course of thirty years. Fadner draws on his experience...

""A Collection of the Familiar Letters and Miscellaneous Papers of Benjamin Franklin: Now for the First Time Published"" is a book that showcases the personal writings of Benjamin Franklin, one of America's founding fathers and a renowned polymath. The book was first published in...

""The Cornerstone of Philippine Independence: A Narrative of Seven Years"" is a historical account written by Francis Burton Harrison, an American politician and former Governor-General of the Philippines. The book chronicles his seven-year tenure in the Philippines, from 1913 to 1920, during which he...

The Book of Craftsmen: The Story of Man's Handiwork Through the Ages by Marjory Bruce is a comprehensive exploration of the history of craftsmanship and the evolution of human creativity. The book delves into the origins of craftsmanship and the various techniques and materials...

""The Life of Lord Curzon"" is an authorized biography of George Nathaniel Marquess Curzon of Kedleston, written by Ronaldshay, Earl of. The book provides a detailed account of the life and career of Lord Curzon, who was a prominent British statesman, diplomat, and Viceroy...

The Life of the Caterpillar is a book by J. Henri Fabre that explores the fascinating world of caterpillars. The author, who was a renowned entomologist, takes readers on a journey through the life cycle of these creatures, from the hatching of the egg...

Recollections of John Viscount Morley V2 is a book written by John Viscount Morley, a British statesman and writer, which provides an account of his life and experiences. The book is the second volume of Morley's memoirs and covers the period from 1887 to...

The book ""Vernon Kellogg 1867 to 1937"" is a biography of Vernon L. Kellogg, written by himself. Kellogg was a prominent American biologist, entomologist, and pacifist who lived from 1867 to 1937. The book provides a detailed account of Kellogg's life, including his childhood,...

Biographical Essays of Friedrich Muller is a book written by Friedrich Muller himself. It is a collection of essays that chronicles the life and experiences of the author. The book provides an in-depth look into Muller's personal and professional life, including his childhood, education,...

""Northcliffe: An Intimate Biography"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and career of Alfred Harmsworth, better known as Lord Northcliffe. Written by journalist and author Hamilton Fyfe, the book delves into Northcliffe's early years, his rise to prominence as a newspaper...

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This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.Author: Louis T. HendersonISBN-10: 1258984954ISBN-13: 9781258984953Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 42Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.09d

Frank and Joe solve a mystery involving a missing man, an abandoned airplane, and giants in the desert.Author: Franklin W. DixonISBN-10: 1258204967ISBN-13: 9781258204969Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 190Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.40dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.3Point Value: 6Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz...

Author: Sam ShawISBN-10: 1258204355ISBN-13: 9781258204358Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 132Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.41lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.28d

Author: Edward Trueblood MartinISBN-10: 1258179059ISBN-13: 9781258179052Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.13d

This book, titled ""Titian Ramsay Peale, 1799-1885, And His Journals Of The Wilkes Expedition: Memoirs Of The American Philosophical Society, V52"" is a biographical account of the life and work of Titian Ramsay Peale, an American artist, naturalist, and explorer who lived from 1799...

Historical Sketches Relating to Spencer, Massachusetts V2: 1902 is a book written by Henry Mendell Tower. The book is a compilation of historical sketches that provide an in-depth look into the town of Spencer, Massachusetts. The second volume of the book was published in...

The Life of Archbishop Hughes, First Archbishop of New York is a historical biography written by T.B. Peterson and Brothers in 1864. The book chronicles the life of John Hughes, who was the first Archbishop of New York and played a significant role in...

The Life of Gustavus Adolphus: Surnamed The Great, King of Sweden is a historical biography written by James Francis Hollings and published in 1838. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Gustavus Adolphus, who is widely regarded as one of the...

The Log of Bob Bartlett is a non-fiction book written by Robert A. Bartlett, detailing his forty-year career as a seafarer and explorer. The book is a first-hand account of Bartlett's experiences navigating the treacherous waters of the Arctic and Antarctic regions, and his...

The Last Letters of Blessed Thomas More is a collection of letters written by Thomas More, a famous English statesman and writer, during the last years of his life. The letters were written to his family and friends while he was imprisoned in the...

Napoleon's Letters to Josephine, 1796-1812 is a book that compiles the letters written by Napoleon Bonaparte to his wife Josephine during their tumultuous relationship. The letters, which were originally written in French, cover a wide range of topics including Napoleon's military campaigns, his political...

""The Wave Theory of Light: Memoirs of Huygens, Young and Fresnel"" is a book written by Henry Crew and originally published in 1900. The book is a collection of memoirs from three influential scientists in the field of optics: Christiaan Huygens, Thomas Young, and...

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...

Brief Historical Explanation of the Revelation of St. John is a book written by Henry Carre Tucker in 1863. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Book of Revelation, which is the last book of the New Testament. Tucker offers a historical explanation...

The ""Life of Bishop Bedell"" is a biographical work written by William Bedell and published in 1871. The book chronicles the life of William Bedell, an Anglican bishop who lived in the 17th century. Born in 1571, Bedell was educated at Trinity College, Dublin,...

C. S. Forester's "Napoleon and his Court" offers a compelling glimpse into the life and reign of Napoleon I, Emperor of the French. This meticulously researched biography explores Napoleon's interactions with the elaborate court that surrounded him, providing insight into the political and social...

Delve into the tumultuous reign of a controversial English monarch with Kate Norgate's "John Lackland," a historical study of King John, who ruled England from 1199 to 1216. This meticulously researched account explores the life and times of John, a pivotal figure in 12th...