Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Author: Bill O'Reilly, Josh HammerISBN-10: 1250374049ISBN-13: 9781250374042Publisher: St. Martin's PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/09/2025Pages: 304Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.25h x 6.12w x 1.00d

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...

A historical fiction based on life of extraordinary legend, the King Shivaji Maharaj.Endorsed by a foreword by honourable cabinet minister Sri Nitin Gadkari, this novel is a captivating journey, for the readers across the globe, through an enchanting era, rich in action, drama, tactics,...

The extraordinary life of forgotten World War II hero Evans Carlson, commander of America's first special forces, secret confidant of FDR, and one of the most controversial officers in the history of the Marine Corps, who dedicated his life to bridging the cultural divide...

"Ralph Crosby's Memoirs of a Main Street Boy" tells the tale of growing up at a tempestuous time in U.S. history-from the Great Depression, through World War II and the Cold War-in a town where America's colonial history was even more tempestuous, amid homes...

In this historical memoir, Janet Holasek Worrall traces several generations of her ancestors leaving Bohemia in the 1850s and settling on farmland in Minnesota. It details daily life from the mid-1920s to the 1960s on Richard and Evelyn Holasek's farm, where the author and...

The long and bloody American Civil War claimed the lives of more than 700,000 men. When it ended, former opponents worked to rebuild their reunified nation and moved into the future together. Many people will find that hard to believe--especially in an era witnessing...

Of the thousands who headed to the Australian Goldfields in the 1850s to find riches, not all would search for gold...With fortunes to be made in trade and business in these booming populations, only those with the courage and fortitude to survive in a...

Author: Don Queen, A. V. QueenISBN-10: 1492990434ISBN-13: 9781492990437Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/31/2014Pages: 106Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.34lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.22d

On August 22, 1962, Charles du Gaulle, then President of France, travelled with his wife and entourage through a quiet Paris suburb. With a shot, everything changed. Over 180 bullets showered the cars, the streets, the shops. Amazingly, everyone escaped without injury....but the hunt...

""William Tatham, Wataugan"" is a biographical book written by Samuel C. Williams. The book tells the story of William Tatham, who was a prominent figure in the Watauga settlement in Tennessee during the late 18th century. Tatham was a skilled blacksmith and gunsmith, and...

Pirates is a historical non-fiction book written by Claud Lovat Fraser and published in 1922. The book explores the fascinating world of pirates, their lives, their adventures, and their impact on history. The author takes the readers on a journey through the Golden Age...

A groundbreaking and insightful exploration of King James I, enigmatic successor to Queen Elizabeth I, from the "meticulous researcher" (The Wall Street Journal) and author of the "enjoyable and readable" (Philippa Gregory, #1 New York Times bestselling author) The Palace. From the assassination of...

"Over one hundred years ago to get from Chicago, Illinois, Minneapolis, Minnesota, or Mount Vernon, Ohio, to New Mexico, you had to walk, ride or drive a team of horses or board a train." So opens this account of William and Jean Herrick's journey...

Every Tudor Queen had ladies-in-waiting. They were her confidantes and her chaperones. Only the Queen's ladies had the right to enter her most private chambers, spending hours helping her to get dressed and undressed, caring for her clothes and jewels, listening to her secrets....

Explore the extraordinary life of Major-General Charles George Gordon, one of Victorian Britain's most illustrious military figures. This captivating narrative chronicles Gordon's action-packed exploits in the Crimea, China, and the Sudan during an era of imperial expansion, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of...

Beneath the Surface: Echoes from Beth Israel CemeteryDelve into the rich history of Kingston, Ontario, through the untold stories of those interred at Beth Israel Cemetery in Beneath the Surface: Echoes from Beth Israel Cemetery. This captivating exploration uncovers the lives of the Jewish...

The Life and Legacy of Augustus CaesarExplore the transformative reign of Augustus Caesar, the founder of the Roman Empire, in this comprehensive and engaging biography. "The Life and Legacy of Augustus Caesar" delves into the life of one of history's most influential leaders, from...

This insightful portrait of Winston Churchill delves beyond well-known political moments, incorporating perspectives from various individuals who encountered him throughout his life. From Bletchley Park codebreakers and Hollywood stars such as Charlie Chaplin, through writers as varied as H. G. Wells and P. G....

The great secret kept by all lawyers is that lawyers don't know the law. And, even more shocking, neither do the judges," said R. Kessler, the dean of the Ivy League's Fordham University. And neither do law professors, constitutional scholars, Supreme Court justices, lawmakers,...

Life of Chopin is classical music biography that represents the definitive account of the life of the great Polish pianist/composer, Frederic Chopin. The story is told by his friend and colleague, the legendary Hungarian pianist, Franz Liszt-the ideal man to relate the brief, but...

This book is a biographical account of the Lindsay family, a prominent Scottish family that played an important role in the country's political and cultural life. It covers the lives of the various Lindsay family members, their achievements and contributions to Scottish society, and...

This biography chronicles the life and times of Samuel Gorton, an early American settler and founder of Rhode Island. The author, a descendant of Gorton, provides insight into the religious and political context of the time, shedding light on an important figure in American...

This memoir chronicles the life and public service of Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, one of the most important figures in the history of Singapore and the wider British Empire. Written by his wife Lady Sophia Raffles, this book provides unique insight into the personal...

TELEGRAPH 50 BEST BOOKS OF 2022 THE UNTOLD STORY OF PRINCESS DIANA'S STEPMOTHER 'A sparkling biography of a fascinating woman' - Lynn Barber, Telegraph ***** 'Gaudoin's book is revealing and hugely entertaining. Highly recommended.' - Daily Mail 'Gaudoin tells these delicious stories with brio'...

Henry Prinsep is known as Western Australia's first Chief Protector of Aborigines in the colonial government of Sir John Forrest, a period which saw the introduction of oppressive laws that dominated the lives of Aboriginal people for most of the 20th century. But he...

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 true story came from the ship's log of the HMS Rattlesnake under the command of Captain Owen Stanley... who was searching for the Kennedy expedition... sailing the Coral Seas searching for men in the peninsula ranges, and Barbara Thompson was captive on Murralug;...

A Place Called the Colored Car tells the story of Sam, a bright, happy, 10-year-old boy and his epic train ride from Memphis, Tennessee to Chicago, Illinois in the mid-1950s. Sam was born and raised in Memphis, and lived with his mother, Ruth, his...

A tough, evenhanded investigation of changing public perceptions of the Alger Hiss case and why it has served as a litmus test of American political loyalties for sixty years Books on Whittaker Chambers and Alger Hiss abound, as countless scholars have labored to uncover...

Andres Bonifacio, the leader of the Philippine Revolution of 1896, has become one of the country's great national heroes. He is celebrated in history textbooks read by millions of young Filipinos. His image, cast in bronze and cut into stone, stands on plazas across...

Texas Ranger Norman Dixon made the front pages of newspapers, but his rigid sense of integrity prevented him from discussing his cases with his wife or his sons, or anyone else, even decades later. As a Ranger, Dixon broke up the largest oil field...

Civil rights lawyer Solomon S. Seay, Jr. chronicles both heartening and heartbreaking episodes of his first-hand struggle to achieve the actualization of civil rights. Tempered with wit and told with endearing humility, Seay's memoir Jim Crow and Me: Stories from My Life as a...

Stanley Booth, a member of the Rolling Stones' inner circle, met the band just a few months before Brian Jones drowned in a swimming pool in 1969. He lived with them throughout their 1969 American tour, staying up all night together listening to blues,...

IWilliam Lowndes Yancey (1814-63) was one of the leading secessionists of the Old South. In this first comprehensive biography, Eric H. Walther examines the personality and political life of the uncompromising fire-eater.Born in Georgia but raised in the North by a fiercely abolitionist stepfather...

""History of the Families of McKinney, Brady, Quigley"" is a book written by Belle McKinney Hays Swope in 1905. This book provides a comprehensive account of the history and genealogy of three prominent families in the United States, namely the McKinney, Brady, and Quigley...

""The True Story of Capt. David Mathews and His State Line House"" is a non-fiction book written by John Spargo. It tells the story of Captain David Mathews, a loyalist during the American Revolution who owned a tavern called the State Line House. Mathews...

""The Life of Madame Roland"" is a biography written by I. A. Taylor. It tells the story of Marie-Jeanne Roland, a prominent figure during the French Revolution. The book chronicles Roland's life from her childhood in a provincial town to her rise to prominence...

""I Was An NKVD Agent: A Top Soviet Spy Tells His Story"" is a memoir written by Anatoli Granovsky, a former high-ranking Soviet spy who worked for the NKVD, the predecessor of the KGB. In this book, Granovsky provides a firsthand account of his...

Contributing Authors Are Marion Thornton, John Reid Byers, Grace Gierin, And Many Others. Successful First Stories Published In Collier's, Saturday Evening Post, Harper's Bazaar, Atlantic Monthly, Ladies' Home Journal, College Stories, Maclean's, Philadelphia Public Ledger Syndicate, Topnotch, The Literary Workshop.Author: Vernon McKenzieISBN-10: 1258350548ISBN-13: 9781258350543Publisher:...

""John Treanor: A Sketch Of His Life With Excerpts From His Letters"" is a biographical book written by Thomas Coghill Treanor. The book explores the life of John Treanor, a man who lived during the 19th century and was known for his political activism...

""Son of Charlemagne: A Contemporary Life of Louis the Pious"" is a historical biography written by Astronomus. The book tells the story of Louis the Pious, the son of Charlemagne, who became the king of the Franks and later the Holy Roman Emperor. The...

""The Origin of Pagan Idolatry"" is a historical and theological analysis of the origins of idol worship in various ancient cultures. Written by George Stanley Faber and originally published in 1816, this book draws from a wide range of historical and circumstantial evidence to...

The Life of St. George is a book written by Edward Clapton and published in 1903. It is a biography of St. George, a Christian martyr and patron saint of England. The book provides an in-depth account of St. George's life, from his birth...

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...

""A Family Record: And Other Matters Which, It Is Hoped, Will Be Good For The Souls Of Men And Women"" is a book written by Abraham Godshalk and originally published in 1912. The book is a collection of personal anecdotes and reflections on family,...

The Daughter of Abd Salam: The Story of a Peasant Woman of Palestine is a book written by Florence Mary Fitch. It tells the story of a Palestinian peasant woman named Fatima, who is the daughter of Abd Salam. The book is set in...

The Works Of Gianutio, And Gustavus Selenus V1: On The Game Of Chess is a book written by J. H. Sarratt. It is a comprehensive guide to the game of chess, featuring the works of two renowned chess players and strategists, Gianutio and Gustavus...

Cagliostro: Maligned Freemason and Rosicrucian is a book written by W. R. H. Trowbridge that provides a comprehensive account of the life and times of the infamous occultist and Freemason, Count Alessandro di Cagliostro. The author delves into the historical context of Cagliostro's life,...

""Abe Lincoln's Anecdotes and Stories"" is a book that features a compilation of the best stories and anecdotes told by Abraham Lincoln, one of America's most beloved presidents. The book, written by R.D. Wordsworth and published in 1908, presents a collection of Lincoln's most...