Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Snap Beads: A Remembering is a nonfictional memoir of an aging woman. During this story of time and memory, a string of events unfolds that touches on historic and societal issues such as WWII and PTSD, alcoholism, drug addiction, suicide, abandonment, adoption, and survival....

This book tells two intertwined stories in the development of Western Australia's southwest: the conflicting interests of forests preservation and agricultural settlement, and the experiences of the timber industry's immigrant workforce.In search of a better life for them and their families, Italians and Croatians...

This biography is an insightful account of William Penn's life and legacy as the founder of Pennsylvania. Stoughton vividly explores Penn's Quaker background, his religious beliefs, his diplomacy, and his role in shaping the early American democracy. Through this book, readers can gain a...

In this fascinating family history, Francis Skillman traces the origins and development of the Skillman family in New York, from its earliest colonial roots to its strong presence in the city in the 19th and 20th centuries. He offers a vivid and engaging account...

VUITTONET provides an interesting, informative narrative on how early American politics and its misaligned bureaucracies affected a family of French immigrants during and after the American civil war. The Vuittonnet family went from poverty to wealth in a matter of years - only to...

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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,...

Matthew Dennison's elegant and magisterial biography of Her late Majesty, updated following the death of Elizabeth II and the accession of King Charles III. 'A worthy and balanced overview of the Queen's life. Dennison is especially good on her childhood... quietly, tactfully, tastefully reverent.'The...

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,...

William Still was an African-American abolitionist in Philadelphia, Underground Railroad conductor, prominent businessman, and historian. In 1847, the Pennsylvania Society for the Abolition of Slavery hired him as clerk.With the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, he became Chairman of the Philadelphia...

Analysis of the lost Pardon of Billy the Kid for murders committed during the Lincoln County War reveals New Mexico Territory's desperate uprisings in the 1870's against expanding tyranny of the Santa Fe Ring, Governor Lew Wallace's dilemma, and the tragic outcome of the...

- A dazzlingly researched investigation into the extraordinary truth of the most scandalous love triangle of the 19th century, between John Ruskin, Effie Gray and John Everett MillaisEffie Gray was an innocent victim of a male-dominated society, repressed and mistreated. Or was she? John...

"No other Wolfe scholar has collected and presented this depth of information about his last years, whether the subject is health, finances, associates, location, movement, or work." --James W. Clark Jr., North Carolina State University In 1937, after years of living alone in New...

A Biography of one of Americas first hero's. Nathanael Greene was a Quaker from Rhode Island who abandoned his religious upbringing and strived to learn more than only what he found in his own backyard. Educated by some of the greatest minds of the...

This American author has now spent four decades being involved in Costa Rica's terrestrial and marine habitats, documenting the challenges and triumphs of his attempts to make an environmentally conscious and sustainable living in this paradise. Jon Mara n offers a unique first-person account...

Frederick Douglass is a strong voice for Civil Rights, as well as Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. Both made significant contributions and sacrifices for the betterment of all men. Their never-ending faith in God and natural law can be seen within their speeches.Author: Alan...

Author: Edwin F. Jr. ThompsonISBN-10: 145685268XISBN-13: 9781456852689Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/25/2011Pages: 98Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d

Speeches and Writings of Thomas F. Marshall is a book that features a collection of speeches and written works by Thomas Francis Marshall. Marshall was a prominent figure in the United States during the mid-19th century, serving as a member of Congress and as...

""An English Settler In Pioneer Wisconsin: The Letters Of Edwin Bottomley, 1842-1850"" is a book that contains a collection of letters written by Edwin Bottomley during his time as a settler in Wisconsin from 1842 to 1850. The book was published in 1918 and...

Author: Yanina CywinskaISBN-10: 1434342417ISBN-13: 9781434342416Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/09/2008Pages: 308Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d

The Story of Tobacco in America by Robert, Joseph C. is a comprehensive book that delves into the history of tobacco in America. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the tobacco industry in America. The...

William Guggenheim is a book in the English language by Gatenby Williams.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have...

The book ""The Anecdotage Of Glasgow"" is a collection of anecdotes and stories about the city of Glasgow and its notable personalities. Written by Robert Alison, the book provides a unique insight into the history and culture of Glasgow through humorous and entertaining anecdotes....

Lord Shaftesbury is a biography written by J. Wesley Bready about the life of Anthony Ashley Cooper, the 7th Earl of Shaftesbury. This book provides a detailed account of the life of this prominent figure of the Victorian era, who was known for his...

""Pauline Bonaparte and Her Lovers"" by Hector Fleischmann is a biographical account of the life of Pauline Bonaparte, the younger sister of Napoleon Bonaparte. The book explores her scandalous relationships with various men, including her own brother, and the impact they had on her...

The Story of My Life is an autobiographical account by Rudolf Steiner, a philosopher, social reformer, and founder of anthroposophy. The book traces Steiner's life from his childhood in rural Austria to his adulthood as a prominent figure in the spiritual and philosophical movements...

Author: James Q. RoopISBN-10: 1258121174ISBN-13: 9781258121174Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.11lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.06d

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...

Sketches of Life and Manners V1: With Delineation of Scenery, in England, Scotland, and Ireland (1811) is a book written by Mary Ann Grant. It is a collection of sketches that provide a vivid and detailed description of the daily life and customs of...

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 Journal of a Voyage from Charlestown, South Carolina, to London: Undertaken During the American Revolution is a historical book written by Louisa Susannah Wells and originally published in 1906. The book is a first-hand account of a voyage from the American colonies to...

Short Memorials of the Luke and Mariabella Howard, of Ackworth Villa, Yorkshire is a book written by an aged relative in 1865. The book is a collection of short biographical sketches about the lives of Luke and Mariabella Howard, who lived in Ackworth Villa,...

The Life of Michael Servetus: The Spanish Physician, Who for the Alleged Crime of Heresy, Was Entrapped, Imprisoned, and Burned, by John Calvin the Reformer is a historical book written by William Hamilton Drummond in 1848. The book tells the story of Michael Servetus,...

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...

""Stories of the Underground Railroad"" by Anna L. Curtis is a collection of true stories about the brave men and women who risked their lives to help enslaved people escape to freedom. The book recounts the harrowing experiences of those who traveled the secret...

""An Indian Odyssey: The Story Of Chief Washakie, The Upright Aborigine"" is a biographical book written by Marshall C. Keith. It tells the story of Chief Washakie, a Native American leader and warrior of the Shoshone tribe. The book chronicles his life from his...

The Harrington Letters is a historical non-fiction book written by J. G. De Roulhac Hamilton. The book is a collection of letters written by the Harrington family, who were prominent citizens of North Carolina during the 18th and 19th centuries. The letters cover a...

The Howland Heirs is a novel written by William M. Emery. The book tells the story of a wealthy family and the inheritance of a trust. The Howland family has accumulated a vast fortune over the years, and the book follows their journey as...

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 Sandman: His Japanese Stories is a collection of traditional Japanese tales retold by Mae V. LeBert. The book features stories about the Sandman, a mythical figure who brings sleep and dreams to people. The stories are set in various parts of Japan and...

Sweetest Stories Ever Told is a collection of heartwarming and uplifting tales compiled by Walter Henry Baxter Miller. The book contains a diverse selection of stories that are sure to leave readers feeling inspired and hopeful. From stories of love and friendship to tales...

""Letters of Lord Chesterfield to Lord Huntingdon"" is a collection of personal correspondence between two influential figures in 18th century England. Lord Chesterfield, a prominent politician and writer, wrote these letters to Lord Huntingdon, a fellow member of the House of Lords and a...

Emperor Ferdinand II (1619-1637) stands out as a crucial figure in the Counter-Reformation in central Europe, a leading player in the Thirty Years War, the most important ruler in the consolidation of the Habsburg monarchy, and the emperor who reinvigorated the office after its...

The biography of one of Cleveland's leading philanthropists Flora Amelia Stone, born in 1852, was the youngest daughter of New England-born entrepreneur Amasa Stone and his wife, Julia. Stone, who settled on Cleveland's Euclid Avenue, earned his fortune in railroads and bridge building, and...

Rachel O'Connor was an extraordinary woman. For nearly fifty years (from 1797 to 1846), she lived on a plantation near Bayou Sara in Louisiana's West Feliciana Parish. And for twenty-five of those years, after the death of her husband, she managed the plantation alone....

The Massachusetts Bay Company's claim on New England was preceded by those of two other joint stock companies. The first of these was the Dorchester Company, organized by the Anglican minister John White. When it went out of existence in 1626, the company's claim...

On his first combat assignment, Cornett accompanied the Vietnamese Rangers on a search-and-destroy mission near Khe Sang. There he gained entree into a culture that he would ultimately respect greatly and admire deeply. Cornett's most challenging military duty began when he joined the Phoenix...

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This is the first comprehensive biography of Thomas J. Walsh, the Democratic senator from Montana from 1913 to 1933 who was best known for his role in uncovering the Teapot Dome scandal. J. Leonard Bates places Walsh in his colorful and tumultuous times, illuminating...

The Sac River flowed gently through the valley, circling Aldrich on the west. The author accompanied by his father, came from the city to make his home with Sara Dickerson. Charles, being ten-years old upon his arrival in Aldrich, would live with his grandmother...