Biography & Autobiography - Historical

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 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 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 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,...

Udder Confusion is an Alaska homesteader's true-life adventure. "Alaska " You mean you're going to farm in Alaska? What are you going to harvest, ice and snow? You must be crazy." With these statements from friends and family ringing in our ears, we pointed...

*Includes pictures*Includes excerpts of contemporary accounts *Includes a bibliography for further reading"The Japanese are remarkable for their inordinate curiosity." - Commodore Matthew PerryDuring the 19th century, Japan severely limited contact with the rest of the world, although it was not the total isolation sometimes...

Winston Churchill is still one of the most discussed historical figures in many areas of the world. Winston Churchill was a complicated man in many ways who held great strengths and weaknesses during his lifetime. One of his greatest strengths was being able to...

Set in the mid-to late-1970s, The Legend of Henry Pech, follows the start of a new life for a naïve, young man named Jack. He leaves New York City and moves out to the remote back country of Oregon's Cascade Mountains. He meets a...

The Anti-Federalist Luther Martin of Maryland is known to us--if he is known at all--as the wild man of the Constitutional Convention: a verbose, frequently drunken radical who annoyed the hell out of James Madison, George Washington, Gouverneur Morris, and the other giants responsible...

In this sweeping 1920 three-volume biography of Horatio Herbert Kitchener, better known as Lord Kitchener, SIR GEORGE ARTHUR (1860-1946)shines a bright light on the British military leader and statesman who, during World War I, organized armies on an unprecedented scale and became famous as...

In this sweeping 1920 three-volume biography of Horatio Herbert Kitchener, better known as Lord Kitchener, SIR GEORGE ARTHUR (1860-1946)shines a bright light on the British military leader and statesman who, during World War I, organized armies on an unprecedented scale and became famous as...

In the spring of 1964, as he neared graduation from Syracuse University, journalism student Jon C. Halter resolved that his next step would be to get a master's degree in his area of specialization, magazine journalism. At the same time, he was inspired to...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1917 Edition.Author: Alice Lady LovatISBN-10: 1498102360ISBN-13: 9781498102360Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 504Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.91lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 1.01d

This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.Author: Willis Fletcher JohnsonISBN-10: 1494073676ISBN-13: 9781494073671Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 290Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.86lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.61d

In 1936, Barton Carter, a talented young man from a wealthy New England family, turned away from the future laid out for him to fight against Fascism in the Spanish Civil War-and disappeared in the midst of that fight when he was only twenty-three...

Eight-year-old Rose had everything a girl needed growing up in Vienna, Austria before World War II. She was christened as Rose Edith Irene Frances Brezcina, after several Catholic Saints and, although she did not know it then, she would need all of the divine...

Here are fifteen fresh interpretations of Canada's founding Prime Minister, published for the occasion of the bicentennial of his birth in 1815. Well researched and crisply written by recognized scholars and specialists, the collection throws new light on Macdonald's formative role in our nation.Author:...

Arthur Middleton: A Biography is a book written in 1868 by Arthur Middleton himself, a prominent figure in South Carolina during the American Revolution. The book is a detailed account of Middleton's life, from his childhood to his adulthood, and his involvement in the...

An Exposure of the Spy System Pursued in Glasgow, During the Years 1816-17-20: With Copies of the Original Letters of Andrew Hardie is a historical book written by Andrew Hardie and published in 1833. The book provides a detailed account of the spy system...

Lloyd's: The Gentlemen At The Coffee-House is a book written by Ralph Straus that provides a comprehensive history of Lloyd's of London, the world's leading insurance market. The book takes readers on a journey through the origins of Lloyd's, from its humble beginnings as...

The Filibuster: The Career Of William Walker is a non-fiction book written by Laurence Greene. It is a detailed account of the life and career of William Walker, a controversial American adventurer who attempted to establish a slave-holding empire in Central America in the...

""The Clay Family: The Mother Of Henry Clay And The Genealogy Of The Clays"" by Zachary F. Smith is a comprehensive genealogical study of the Clay family, with a focus on the mother of Henry Clay, one of America's most prominent statesmen. The book...

Captain John Fowler of Virginia and Kentucky is a comprehensive biography of an important figure in American history. Written by Ila Earle Fowler, the book tells the story of John Fowler, who was a patriot, soldier, pioneer, statesman, land baron, and civic leader. Born...

Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction is a biographical account of the life and career of Edwin Stanton, an American lawyer and politician who served as the United States Secretary of War during the Civil War and the early years...

""Jefferson Davis, President of the South"" is a biography written by H. J. Eckenrode that explores the life and leadership of Jefferson Davis, the first and only President of the Confederate States of America. The book delves into Davis' early life, including his upbringing,...

The Story of Damon and Pythias is a classic tale of friendship, loyalty, and sacrifice. Written by Rev. S. L. Harris, this book tells the story of two friends, Damon and Pythias, who live in ancient Greece. When Pythias is falsely accused of plotting...

Colonists From Heaven is a book written by Alvin Boyd Kuhn that explores the idea of human beings as spiritual beings on a journey to Earth. The book delves into the concept of reincarnation and how it relates to the evolution of the soul....

""King Robert the Bruce"" is a historical biography written by A. F. Murison. The book explores the life and reign of Robert the Bruce, who was the King of Scotland from 1306 to 1329. The author delves deep into the political and military struggles...

The Puliter-Prize winning classic and national bestseller returns!In this brilliant biography--a Pulitzer Prize--winning national bestseller--David Herbert Donald, Harvard professor emeritus, traces Sumner's life as the nation careens toward civil war. In a period when senators often exercised more influence than presidents, Senator Charles Sumner...

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Author: C. Richard SchaareISBN-10: 1258817284ISBN-13: 9781258817282Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/21/2013Pages: 56Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.01w x 0.12d

""Captain of the Andes"" is a comprehensive biography of Jose de San Martin, a military leader and political figure who played a crucial role in the liberation of Argentina, Chile, and Peru from Spanish colonial rule in the early 19th century. Written by Margaret...

Outdoor Life's Anthology Of Hunting Adventures is a collection of some of the best hunting stories from around the world, compiled by Outdoor Life magazine. The book features thrilling tales of adventure, danger, and triumph, written by some of the most renowned hunters and...

""True Stories of Little Dixie"" by Louise Hathcock is a collection of non-fiction tales that take place in the Little Dixie region of Missouri. This area was once known for its large population of slave owners and the stories told in this book highlight...

My Seven Sons: The True and Amazing Story of the Seven Famous Washburn Brothers is a biography written by Lilian Washburn Vilenius. The book tells the story of the Washburn family, specifically the seven brothers who went on to achieve great success in various...

The Extraordinary Story Of Charles Lee Cook, A Louisville Invalid, Who Against Great Odds, Has Achieved Wonders.Author: Bertie Charles ForbesISBN-10: 1258298708ISBN-13: 9781258298708Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/21/2012Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.11lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.06d

Author: Wilfred McCormickISBN-10: 125818088XISBN-13: 9781258180881Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 192Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.41d

Author: Mary FrancisISBN-10: 125812761XISBN-13: 9781258127619Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 50Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.10d

The Life Ancestors And Descendants Of Robert Williams Of Roxbury, Massachusetts, 1607-1693 is a book written by Harrison Williams. The book is a comprehensive study of the life and family history of Robert Williams, who was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts in 1607 and died...

Memoirs of Emanuel Augustus Dieudonne, Count De Las Casas is a book written by Emmanuel Auguste Dieudonne Las Casas in 1818. The book is a memoir that details the life of Count De Las Casas, who was a French nobleman and military officer. The...

The Manuscript Found: Manuscript Story (1886) by Solomon Spaulding is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a manuscript that was supposedly discovered in the early 19th century. The manuscript, according to the author, was written by a man named Manuscript Found...

The Story of Lumber is a book written by Sara Ware Bassett and was first published in 1912. The book is a historical account of the lumber industry and its impact on the development of the United States. The author takes the reader on...

Fireside Sketches From Swedish Life is a book written by Sarah Woods Baker and published in 1896. The book is a collection of sketches and stories about the daily lives of Swedish people during the late 19th century. The author, who was an American,...

Italy Under Victor Emmanuel V1: A Personal Narrative (1862) is a book written by Charles Arrivabene that provides a personal account of the political and social situation in Italy during the reign of Victor Emmanuel I. The book covers a period of significant change...

Uncle Ben: A Story For Little Folks is a children's book written by Oliver Optic in 1865. The story revolves around a young boy named Charley, who is sent to live with his Uncle Ben on a farm in the countryside. Uncle Ben is...

""Notes On Historical References To The Scottish Family Of Lauder"" is a book written by James Young and published in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Scottish family of Lauder, tracing its history and genealogy from ancient times to the present...

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...

L'Amour is a novel written by Jules Michelet and published in 1859. The book is a romantic and philosophical exploration of love, examining its many forms and expressions throughout history and across cultures. The author draws on his extensive knowledge of literature, mythology, and...

""Stories of Norse Heroes: From the Eddas and Sagas"" is a collection of tales from Norse mythology and literature, compiled by Ethel Mary Wilmot-Buxton and originally published in 1909. The book features stories of legendary figures such as Thor, Odin, and Loki, as well...

The Prose Life of Alexander from the Thornton MS is a book written by John Stephen Westlake and published in 1913. The book is a detailed account of the life of Alexander the Great, as told in the Thornton Manuscript, which is one of...