Biography & Autobiography - Historical

This is the time of new beginnings, perhaps some might say, "Now is the count down for the Lord's return...," but the fact remains, there is much work to be done. We need stable, trained and Spirit led harvesters that are willing to go...

Pietro Bembo was both witness and participant at the centre of the Italian Renaissance. A celebrated writer, an antiquarian, a man of exquisite taste, and a lover of women and beauty, he was to win both the laurels of a poet and the scarlet...

One of the most impressive monuments to an American military hero is found in Richmond, Virginia. Weighing twelve tons and standing almost sixty-two feet high, this great marble statue depicts Gen. Robert E. Lee on horseback. It projects an air of defiance as well...

This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.Author: James B. O'NeilISBN-10: 1494054000ISBN-13: 9781494054007Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 238Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.71lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.50d

This is a new release of the original 1946 edition.Author: C. C. MartindaleISBN-10: 1494041332ISBN-13: 9781494041335Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.42d

*Includes a list of LBJ's most colorful quotes, his inaugural address, and his statement announcing he would not seek reelection in 1968. *Includes pictures of Johnson and important people, places, and events in his life. *Discusses LBJ's personality and relationships with his most important...

The old steamer trunk that used to belong to Aunt Donsy was now a coffee table in Delores' living room where the Searcy family gathered after Clarence's funeral, it was one of the few family possessions left from the previous generation. The group conversation...

The Life of Andrew Jackson V2 is a biography written by John Spencer Bassett that details the life and career of the seventh President of the United States, Andrew Jackson. This book is the second volume of a two-part series that covers Jackson's life...

Author: Ursula BellahISBN-10: 1418448222ISBN-13: 9781418448226Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/19/2004Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.74lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d

Letters of a Woman Homesteader is a collection of real-life letters written by Elinore Pruitt Stewart, a single mother who left Denver in 1909 to homestead in Wyoming. The book is a fascinating account of the challenges and triumphs of frontier life in the...

This is a new release of the original 1945 edition.Author: Marion B. CothrenISBN-10: 1258992124ISBN-13: 9781258992125Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 66Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.14d

Additional Authors Include Lucy Jarmuth, Proctor Stafford And Jean Kroger.Author: Dion O'Donnol, Jane Cozzens, Walter C. AndersonISBN-10: 1258712946ISBN-13: 9781258712945Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/11/2013Pages: 124Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.39lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.26d

A Giant Timber Rattlesnake Catches A Meal For Himself, Fights For A Mate, And Survives Many Dangers.Author: Robert M. McClungISBN-10: 1258504510ISBN-13: 9781258504519Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/20/2012Pages: 68Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.23lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.14d

Author: Paul S. DelpISBN-10: 1258189429ISBN-13: 9781258189426Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.22d

Rugged Alaska Stories is a collection of thrilling and adventurous tales set in the wild and untamed landscapes of Alaska. Written by Frank Richardson Pierce, this book takes readers on a journey through the heart of Alaska, where they will encounter fierce animals, treacherous...

""General Douglas MacArthur: Exciting Life Story"" by Edward Rice, Jr. is a biography of one of the most renowned American military leaders of the 20th century. The book covers MacArthur's life from his birth in 1880 to his death in 1964, detailing his military...

The Lives of the Caesars is a historical biography written by the Roman historian Suetonius. The book covers the lives of the first twelve Roman emperors, from Julius Caesar to Domitian. It provides a detailed account of their reigns, including their personal lives, military...

Life And Times Of Jonathan Bryan, 1708-1788 is a biographical work written by Isabella Remshart Redding and published in 1901. The book tells the story of Jonathan Bryan, a prominent figure in colonial Georgia during the 18th century. Bryan was born in 1708 and...

The New Family Herbal: Or Domestic Physician is a book written by William Meyrick and published in 1790. It is a comprehensive guide to the use of herbal remedies for common ailments and diseases, intended for use by families in their own homes. The...

The Life of General Thomas J. Jackson is a biographical book written by Mary Lynn Williamson in 1899. The book details the life and military career of General Thomas J. Jackson, a Confederate general during the American Civil War. The book covers Jackson's early...

California's Story is a historical book written by Herbert Eugene Bolton in 1922. The book delves into the rich history of California, exploring the state's early beginnings and its evolution into the diverse and vibrant state it is today. It covers the period from...

Joan of Arc is a historical biography book written by Laura E. Richards in 1919. The book tells the story of Joan of Arc, a young French peasant girl who lived in the 15th century and became a national heroine of France. Joan of...

Kathleen A Charming Love Story is a novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The story revolves around a young girl named Kathleen, who is orphaned and sent to live with her uncle in England. Despite the hardships she faces, Kathleen remains optimistic and hopeful...

Speeches: The Complete Writings of Lord Macaulay is a collection of speeches delivered by the renowned British historian and politician, Lord Macaulay. The book features a comprehensive collection of his speeches, including those delivered in the House of Commons, on various occasions, and at...

The Life of a Conspirator: Being a Biography of Sir Everard Digby (1895) is a book written by one of Sir Everard Digby's descendants. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Sir Everard Digby, a prominent Catholic conspirator during the reign...

The Life and Times of Robert Gib V1: Lord of Carribber, Familiar Servitor and Master of the Stables to King James V of Scotland (1874) is a historical book written by George Duncan Gibb. The book is a detailed account of the life of...

Capturing eloquent observations of the Napoleonic period's most politically outspoken woman, this edition of Dix Ann\u00e9es d\u00b4Exil is the powerful memoir of Germaine de Sta\u00ebl\u00b4s tumultuous years fleeing Napoleon. Translated by an award-winning scholar, Ten Years of Exile is the only unabridged English edition...

Jonathan Bryan (1708-88) rose from the obscurity of the southern frontier to become one of colonial Georgia's richest, most powerful men. Along the way he made such influential friends as George Whitefield and James Oglethorpe. Bryan's contemporaries, in terms of their large holdings of...

Gerald R. Ford (1913-2006), the thirty-eighth president of the United States, grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and by all accounts modeled exemplary behavior. In this biography Hendrik Booraem carefully examines that image and the reputation that Ford earned during his early years, telling...

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...

Two pioneer balloonists, Tom Gatch in 1974 and Larry Newman in the early 1990s, led widely reported stratospheric expeditions that nearly earned them a place in aviation history. They both used pressurized balloons, a dangerous and sophisticated type of aircraft, and sought the swift...

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...

The sixth volume of the personal correspondences of British literary giant T. S. Eliot The letters of T. S. Eliot collected in this sixth volume were written during the years the Nobel Prize-winning poet, playwright, critic, and essayist called, "the happiest I can ever...

Author: Chris EnssISBN-10: 1560378883ISBN-13: 9781560378884Publisher: Farcountry PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2025Pages: 200Format: Paperback

Explore the extraordinary life of J.R.R. Tolkien, the legendary creator of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, in this captivating literary biography that celebrates the father of modern fantasy and his profound influence on fantasy literature and mythological storytelling. This captivating volume...

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...

Step into the fascinating and gothic world of Edgar Allan Poe, the master of macabre, with this compelling literary biography that unravels his dark genius, iconic works, and enduring influence on gothic literature. Discover the tumultuous life of Edgar Allan Poe, the legendary gothic...

Author: J. B. ManywaISBN-13: 9798385024643Publisher: WestBow PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/04/2025Pages: 106Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.29lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.25d

In 1994 Rwanda was immersed in genocide for one hundred days. On behalf of the United Nations, Canada sent over four hundred troops to act as peacekeepers. When those soldiers returned, many were later diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Veteran Affairs states, "This...

What if there was a love so great that it could keep two people together through the worst times imaginable?The year is 1944. The place is Eastern Europe. The skies are black with ash, and the ground is stained with blood and tears.A husband...

Kay and George Conklin walked into my office at Ohio Wesleyan University on a beautiful April morning. Kay carried a large stack of papers as her husband gave me a nervous but friendly smile. The 87-year-old woman had a determined look. "Are you John...

What would you like your last words to be? For some people, the last thing they ever say turns out to be their most memorable line, while for others, their last utterance is disappointingly (often hilariously) mundane. This book takes a look at the...

Papa always said if you work hard for something, it's going to feel so rewarding to succeed-and now he wants to share his insights into how to live a successful life with the next generation. In Life of Papa, Brian Douglas Crookes-"Papa"-brings his infectious...

Who am I? Does my ancestral family, genetics and DNA play significant factors in my life? What are they? Am I a good parent? How did I grow up? Have I taken responsibility and accountability? What is my truth? Does my truth come from...

After flying for 62 years, I still love it. I have traveled and flown all over the world and would not trade one moment of time.Watching Aviation evolve has been very exciting. Flying in the old days with a map in hand and following...

Throughout his long and illustrious career, Benjamin Franklin nursed a not-so-secret desire to annex Canada and make it American.When he was not busy conducting scientific experiments or representing American interests at home and abroad, Benjamin Franklin hatched one plan after another to join Canada...

Design a captivating book cover for "Mary McMillan: A Life of Healing." Feature Mary in a vintage style, exuding strength and compassion, symbolizing her role as the "Mother of Physical Therapy." Surround her with elements that represent healing, such as medical tools and imagery...

A WOMAN UNDER SURVEILLANCE tells the real-life story of Tatiana Zunshine's fearless fight against the Soviet KGB to free her husband, a political prisoner, from the Siberian Gulag. Zach Zunshine was thirty-three when the Soviet machine unjustly accused him of anti-Soviet slander and sentenced...

What happens when a decorated military leader steps into the world of civilian leadership? In From Command to Collaboration: A Journey in Modern Leadership, author Mark Welsh recounts his transformative leadership experiences, moving from the structured hierarchy of military command to the dynamic, collaborative...

A pioneering political voice, with charisma and power that rivaled many of her male contemporaries, Clodia of Rome was a pivotal figure in the late Roman Republic until a murder trial, rife with corruption, catalyzed her fall from grace. Taking readers inside the courtroom...