Biography & Autobiography - Historical

Cyrus Townsend Brady's "South American Fights and Fighters: And Other Tales of Adventure" offers a compelling glimpse into the tumultuous military history of South America. This meticulously prepared republication delves into key moments of conquest and conflict, focusing on the era of Mexican history...

Experience the tumultuous era of Abraham Lincoln's presidency in Thomas Dixon's powerful drama, "A Man of the People: A Drama of Abraham Lincoln." This historical drama delves into the life and times of one of America's most iconic leaders, set against the backdrop of...

Delve into the fascinating life of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu through Lewis Melville's meticulously researched "Lady Mary Wortley Montague: Her Life and Letters (1689-1762)." This biography unveils the story of a remarkable 18th-century woman whose wit and intellect shone brightly in a world often...

The Diary of James Gallatin provides a unique look into the life and times of Albert Gallatin, a key figure in American history. As Gallatin's secretary, James Gallatin was privy to many important conversations and events, including negotiations with Native American tribes and the...

In this engaging memoir, Hubert Howe Bancroft reflects on his life and his experiences as a writer and publisher. From his early years in Buffalo to his work on the western frontier, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of...

In this captivating history, Paul Wilstach takes readers on a tour of Mount Vernon, the sprawling Virginia estate of George Washington. From its early days as a simple farmhouse to its transformation into a grand mansion, Wilstach chronicles the many changes that Mount Vernon...

In this compelling memoir, Valentine Morris recounts his experiences as the Governor of the Caribbean island of St. Vincent during the tumultuous years of the late eighteenth century. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the political and social forces...

The Cambridge Apostles are a mysterious and elusive group of undergraduates who have made an enormous impact on the history of Cambridge University and on the culture of England more generally. This book offers an intimate glimpse into the lives and beliefs of these...

Join Meriel Buchanan on an intimate journey through the last days of Imperial Russia. Through vivid and personal anecdotes, Buchanan brings this bygone era to life, providing a glimpse into a world that is now lost forever.This work has been selected by scholars as...

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,...

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,...

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,...

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,...

Providing more than just another musical profile, James details everything from his first encounter with Chaplin to his frequent visits to Switzerland when he lived at Chaplin's Manoir de Ban in Vevey.Author: Eric James, Jeffrey VanceISBN-10: 0810837412ISBN-13: 9780810837416Publisher: Scarecrow PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/12/2000Pages: 160Format: HardcoverWeight:...

Did Savarkar battle a stormy sea when he attempted his legendary escape at Marseilles? Did Gandhiji and he stay together 'as friends' in London as Savarkar claimed during Gandhiji's assassination trial? Did he turn against Muslims because of the cruelty of jailers in the...

Explore the life and times of one of history's most influential figures in "Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume 1" by Antoine-Claire Thibaudeau. This meticulously researched volume delves into the early years and rise to power of Napoleon, offering a comprehensive account of his military strategies, political...

W. D. Fard: The Man, Myth, and Mystery Behind the Nation of Islam offers a bold, multidisciplinary investigation into the elusive founder of the Nation of Islam. W. D. Fard, known to his followers as Master Fard Muhammad, was the man of mystery whose...

This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The...

Two sisters.One extraordinary true story.Germany, 1945. Trapped between advancing armies, stranded hundreds of miles from their mother, and with their father missing in action, sisters Barbie and Eva were confronted with an impossible choice.Should they stay and face invasion or risk their lives to...

This book chronicles the lives of Robert E. Lee's four daughters from 1834 to the death of the last surviving daughter in 1918. Using diaries and letters, Coulling follows the women from their idyllic childhood at their ancestral Arlington home through the hardships of...

Few women of the American Revolution have come through 250 years of US history with such clarity and color as Angelica Schuyler Church. She was Alexander Hamilton's "saucy" sister-in-law, and the heart of Thomas Jefferson's "charming coterie" of artists and salonnières in Paris. Her...

"So much is so skillfully crammed into this little book that the reader comes to admire Pratt's zest while wondering how she could possibly have endured. . . . A splendid introduction by Molly Gloss, author of The Jump-Off Creek, enhances the book with...

Author: Olaudah EquianoISBN-10: 1913724735ISBN-13: 9781913724733Publisher: Renard Press LtdLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/08/2023Pages: 248Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.54lbsSize: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.56d

"President Von Hindenburg" offers a detailed biographical account of Paul von Hindenburg, a pivotal figure in German history. The book explores his military career, his role in World War I, and his subsequent presidency during the tumultuous years of the Weimar Republic. Written by...

Volume II of William H. Herndon's biography, "Herndon's Lincoln: The True Story of a Great Life," offers an intimate and revealing portrait of Abraham Lincoln. Written by his long-time law partner, this biography provides unparalleled insights into Lincoln's character, personal life, and political career....

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 goes...

The definitive biography of American suffragist and women's rights pioneer Elizabeth Cady Stanton, from a preeminent historian of women's suffrage Elizabeth Cady Stanton was a singular leader, thinker, and organizer whose fight for women's emancipation stretched from the 1840s to her death in 1902,...

"Reminiscences" by Constance Rothschild Flower, Lady Battersea, offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a prominent figure in British society. Born into the esteemed Rothschild family, Lady Battersea recounts her experiences navigating the social and political landscapes of the late 19th...

"Mr. Vigfusson And The Distress In Iceland" offers a poignant glimpse into the social and economic hardships faced by Iceland in the 19th century through the eyes of EirÃ-kr Magnà sson. This work sheds light on the struggles of the Icelandic people during a...

"Columbanus, the Celt: A Tale of the Sixth Century" by Walter Thomas Leahy, vividly portrays the life and times of St. Columbanus, a pivotal figure in early medieval Europe. This biographical narrative explores Columbanus's remarkable journey from his Irish roots to his missionary endeavors...

The fascinating, colorful life of Margaret Beaufort, who survived the Wars of the Roses to become mother of the Tudor dynasty. Born into a century of conflict, Margaret Beaufort, the daughter of the Duke of Somerset and a descendent of Edward III, was married...

First Edition: 6.14" x 9.21" Paperback, Black & White, Cream paper, Matt cover. 676 pages.This volume contains two great public domain books from three authors; Baroness Sophie Buxhoeveden - lady in waiting to the Empress Alexandra; Alexander Kerensky - Prime Minister; Pavel Bulygin -...

On the road to seek work in the cotton fields of Texas, an old Ford Model T truck breaks down and forces a change of destination that ultimately leads the protagonists to the Argentine Patagonia. Follow the anecdote-driven story of a devoted couple who...

This supplement to the author's major compendium of scholarly biographies of the queens of Sicily of the Norman-Swabian period presents detailed information on everything from court cuisine to the Sicilian language. Other topics include reginal charters (decrees), patronage (matronage), queenly residences, the concept of...

The True Story of the Kelly Gang of Bushrangers, published in 1900, was a highly researched biography of the notorious 19th-century Victorian family of bushrangers. Chomley wrote the biography using court documents, police records and court evidence. It is recognised as being one of...

Two teenagers that live in Tarnogród, Poland, were impacted by the Nazi Army invasion in 1939. Specially those who are from the Jewish faith were chased, imprisoned, had to do slave work, and finally ended up in one of the killing industries built by...

The book is a collection of amazing events that the author experienced in Vietnam and during 30 years as a reporter.Author: Fred Villanueva J. D.ISBN-10: 1665776080ISBN-13: 9781665776080Publisher: Archway PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/02/2025Pages: 112Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.71lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d

Born in 1898 in Bunkerville, Nevada, Juanita Brooks led an early life similar to that of many who grew up in isolated, tightly knit, rural Mormon communities. An early marriage suggested her future would follow a predictable course, but the death of her husband,...

Max Schmeling is the only living man who has had lengthy conversations with Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Pope Pius XII, Adolf Hitler, and Marlene Dietrich. World Heavyweight Champion from 1930 to 1932, Schmeling's riveting autobiography is finally made available in English translation after years as...

William Clayton is best remembered today for his hymns, especially "Come, Come Ye Saints." But as one of the earliest Latter-day Saint scribes, he made intellectual as well as artistic contributions to his church, and his records have been silently incorporated into official Mormon...