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The Second Mrs. London: Charmian Kittredge Shares Her Life with Jack London
San Francisco, Spring of 1900: Charmian Kittredge is an ambitious woman of twenty-nine, single, and unafraid to challenge the conventions of polite society. Her life will be forever changed when she accompanies her literary editor aunt to a luncheon to meet a young writer,...- $20.99
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Coasting America
It's 1970, and Rob and Jake luck out with high draft numbers in the first draft lottery to draft young men to fight in the Vietnam War. In Rob's brand-new Datsun hatchback, they set on a road trip with no fixed destination.Their journey begins...- $21.99
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Henry
Henry: Prisoner, Patriot, Pioneer is a visceral, character-driven novel set during the American Revolution, following the extraordinary true-life arc of Henry Bush-a fifteen-year-old Pennsylvania farm boy thrust into war, imprisonment, and the slow forging of legacy.The story begins in raw, immediate first person, placing...- $15.99
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Heart Attack for Gourmets: Wariat's Diary
"Heart Attack for Gourmets" by Volodymyr Vakulenko-K. is not just a novel - it's a literary feast. Written in 13 bold, thought-provoking chapters, this book challenges conventional storytelling with a daring fusion of postmodernism, irony, and poetic experimentation.The novel was awarded - International Literary...- $19.99
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No Prisoners
An aged trade embalmer discovers a new connection to life. As a husband, he promised his dying wife he'd write their story of love and grief, sweetness, sadness. Twenty-five years later, he may not have a first sentence for the story of their marriage...- $30.00
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Boyhood
Leo Tolstoy, Tolstoy also spelled Tolstoi, Russian in full Lev Nikolayevich, Graf (count) Tolstoy, (born August 28 September 9, New Style], 1828, Yasnaya Polyana, Tula province, Russian Empire--died November 7 November 20], 1910, Astapovo, Ryazan province), Russian author, a master of realistic fiction and...- $23.95
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Ace, Marvel, Spy: A Novel of Alice Marble
"Jenni L. Walsh captures the thrill of being on the court in a vivid and detailed portrayal of Alice Marble's rise to sporting greatness, as well as her struggles to fulfill her dreams both on and off the court. Ace, Marvel, Spy is a...- $49.99
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Greenville: A Collection of Short Stories
Greenville delves into the haunting fear of growing up.Its pages are the echoes of innocence we have grown and lost. A collection of fictional stories that embody everything from childhood wonders to the realities of adulthood, Greenville is based on life lessons. Each tale...- $14.95
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The Man in the Stone Cottage
In 1846 Yorkshire, the Bront? sisters-- Charlotte, Anne, and Emily-- navigate precarious lives marked by heartbreak and struggle. Charlotte faces rejection from the man she loves, while their blind father and troubled brother add to their burdens. Despite their immense talent, no one will...- $19.95
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Houdini Unbound: Mystery, Music and Flying Machines
It is 1910. Halley's Comet is coming. Harry Houdini is in Australia for the first time. The most celebrated escape artist in the world has sold-out seasons in both Melbourne and Sydney. Houdini has a new obsession: aviation. He has brought with him from...- $26.99
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Letters to Kafka
A sweeping, tragic romance and feminist adventure about translator and resistance fighter Milena Jesensk?'s torrid love affair with Franz Kafka. In 1919, Milena Jesensk?, a clever and spirited twenty-three-year-old, is trapped in an unhappy marriage to literary critic Ernst Pollak. Since Pollak is unable...- $21.99
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Macedonian Sun
King Philip II of Macedonia was the most powerful man in Greek history when he was assassinated in 336 BCE. He was the first to unify the Greek city-states under his control and was about to launch the invasion of Persia that his son,...- $19.99
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The Captive Princess: Eleanor Fair Maid of Brittany
Princess. Marriage Prize. Prisoner.Eleanor of Brittany is sent to live in the household of her esteemed grandmother, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and brought up expecting to be the bride of a powerful prince. But when the marriage proposed for her as part of Richard Lionheart's...- $11.75
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Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate
Grace O'Malley was chieftain of the M ille clan in the west of Ireland, following in the footsteps of her father Eoghan Dubhdara M ille. She was a product of the Gaelic world of her time and, despite her interaction with English officials, may...- $17.50
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Vendor: Neal Evan Parker
The Butcher's Pig
A fountain of greasy cinders spewed from the steamship's black-topped funnel. A deep horn bellowed as the pilot boat slipped away and the vessel gained speed. Standing poised at the bow, with the fresh wind in his face, was Horatio Mudd, pig at large......- $14.95
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Traitor's Wife
A riveting historical novel about Peggy Shippen Arnold, the cunning wife of Benedict Arnold and mastermind behind America's most infamous act of treason . . . Everyone knows Benedict Arnold--the Revolutionary War general who betrayed America and fled to the British--as history's most notorious...- $40.15
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The Queen's Governess
The New York Times bestselling author of Mistress Shakespeare delivers the epic tale of Elizabeth I's most trusted companion--a commoner who lived among royals.... Katherine Ashley, the clever, beguiling daughter of a poor country beekeeper, catches the attention of powerful, ambitious Thomas Cromwell--henchman for...- $22.00
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The Queens of Crime
INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER AND INDIE BESTSELLER!From the New York Times bestselling author of The Mystery of Mrs. Christie--a thrilling story of the five greatest women writers of the Golden Age of Mystery and their bid to solve a real-life murder. London, 1930. The...- $19.00
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Nova Scotia House
Johnny Grant faces stark life decisions. Seeking answers, he looks back to his relationship with Jerry Field. When they met, nearly thirty years ago, Johnny was 19, Jerry was 45. They fell in love and made a life on their own terms in Jerry's...- $17.95
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When We Were Brilliant
They were an unlikely pair--a blond bombshell and a photographer determined to be taken seriously--but Marilyn Monroe and Eve Arnold would make a deal that would change their lives in this dazzling new novel from the national bestselling author of Mrs. Poe and The...- $30.00
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Vendor: John Isaac Jones
A Quiet Madness: A biographical novel of Edgar Allan Poe
Have you ever been spellbound by the words of Edgar Allan Poe? If so, A Quiet Madness by John Isaac Jones is a journey you can't miss. This riveting novel unveils the heart and struggles of America's most haunting literary figure-bringing his genius, passions,...- $52.99
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A Crown of Stars
A sumptuously vivid and poignant account of the Lusitania's fateful last days, drawn from the true story of an extraordinary young actress who survived the unthinkable--for fans of Marie Benedict, Louis Bayard, Fiona Davis, Kate Quinn, and HBO's The Gilded Age. In turn of...- $18.95
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Ramona; A Story
"One of the most artistic creations of American literature." -The Atlantic Monthly (19th century) Ramona (1884), by Helen Hunt Jackson, is a story of racial discrimination and hardship and their effects on the life of a mixed-race Scottish-Native American orphan. Having been serialized originally...- $23.99
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Vendor: Marcus A. Foster
Nero's Reign and the Fall of an Empire: The Story of Nero and Rome's Decline
In "Nero's Reign and the Fall of an Empire: The Story of Nero and Rome's Decline," Marcus A. Foster embarks on a gripping journey through one of history's most tumultuous eras. With meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Foster unveils the life of Nero, an...- $16.99
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The Life and Work of James A. Garfield: Embracing an account of the scenes and incidents of his boyhood; the struggles of his youth; the might of his
The Life and Work of James A. Garfield - Embracing an account of the scenes and incidents of his boyhood; the struggles of his youth; the might of his early manhood; his valor as a soldier; his career as a statesman; his election to...- $60.90
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Vendor: Charles Rogers
The Book of Wallace: Vol. II
The Book of Wallace - Vol. II is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1889. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As...- $36.50
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The Knightly Soldier: A Biography of Major Henry Ward Camp, Tenth Conn. Vols. Sixth Edition
The Knightly Soldier - A Biography of Major Henry Ward Camp, Tenth Conn. Vols. Sixth Edition is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1871. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and...- $37.50
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Vendor: Dave Larsen
Green Street in Black and White: A Chicago Story
In the early 1960s on Green Street, a boy and his friends face challenges in a neighborhood brimming with racial change. Dave Larsen takes us back to a summer of social upheaval, when youthful mischief collided with the weight of adult fears.The novel is...- $34.00
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Green Street in Black and White: A Chicago Story
In the early 1960s on Green Street, a boy and his friends face challenges in a neighborhood brimming with racial change. Dave Larsen takes us back to a summer of social upheaval, when youthful mischief collided with the weight of adult fears.The novel is...- $22.00
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Vendor: WR Book House
Silver Echoes
"A twisty, atmospheric story about the damage inflicted by childhood trauma and its manifestations later. Immersed in Silver's world as she performs daring high-wire feats, trains tigers, and debuts as a silver-screen starlet, danger is ever-present. Years later, her mother tries to find out...- $19.99
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Vendor: Eva Figes
Light: A Day in Monet's Garden
Author: Eva FigesISBN-10: 1843682435ISBN-13: 9781843682431Publisher: Pallas AtheneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2025Pages: 156Format: Paperback- $14.95
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Vendor: Anton Vorgin
The Immigrant from 1887
Author: Anton VorginISBN-13: 9798230925897Publisher: Anton VorginLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/09/2025Pages: 94Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.19d- $14.99
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Vendor: Carol Stampone
fragile certainties
fragile certainties is an invitation for women to write themselves. It is a story about divorce, loss, anger, love, sex. it is the exploration of a woman dealing with life, loss and her relationship with the faces of others... Carol Stampone is a Brazilian...- $29.99
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Vendor: Gail Milissa Grant
The Sable Cloak
In this atmospheric novel set in the Jim Crow South, a powerful Black family fights to protect their empire--for readers of Tayari Jones. Jordan Sable, a prosperous undertaker turned political boss, has controlled the Black vote in St. Louis for decades. Sara, his equally...- $17.99
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Fabulous Beasts: A Love Story
Vivienne Holland, an enormously talented yet mentally fragile woman, comes of age in mid-century America and dreams of becoming a famous writer. However, trapped by the restrictions of pre-feminist society, a scientifically limited medical system unprepared to cope adequately with her mental illness, and...- $25.95
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Vendor: Francesco Ciocchi
Pius XII: Between Faith and Politics: The Church and Its Role in World War II
What role does faith play in times of political turmoil and war? Eugenio Pacelli, better known as Pope Pius XII, led the Catholic Church during one of the most turbulent periods in history-World War II. In Pius XII: Between Faith and Politics, Francesco Ciocchi...- $16.99
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Vendor: Charles Zahno
From Elba to Paris: The Audacity of Napoleon's Comeback: How One Man's Ambition Redefined History in 100 Days
Exiled, defeated, and stripped of his empire, Napoleon Bonaparte seemed destined to fade into history. But in a move that stunned Europe, the former Emperor escaped his Mediterranean exile on Elba and embarked on a daring journey to reclaim his throne. In just 100...- $16.99
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Thousand Pieces of Gold
The extraordinary biographical novel about a Chinese-American woman who fought for independence and dignity in the American West A limited Beacon Classics edition, with a gorgeous spot gloss cover and retro, classic palette "Fast-paced and entertaining-packed with adventure, drama, and inspiration." --San Francisco Chronicle...- $24.00
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No place like home
The day comes that we all end up at that imaginary cross-road up ahead in life's journey through this old-world we all live in. That journey through life has it's good and bad times we all who can still see, hear, smell and feel...- $15.00
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Autobiography of Samuel D. Gross, M. D.: With reminiscences of his times and contemporaries
Autobiography of Samuel D. Gross, M. D. - With reminiscences of his times and contemporaries is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1893. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions,...- $42.90
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A Coward's Hero: An autobiographical novel based on true events of a marine in Vietnam, 1967
In the brutal crucible of the Vietnam War, a young Marine faces the horrors of combat and the absurdity of military bureaucracy, as his idealism erodes into a cynical fight for survival, blurring the line between heroism and cowardice. Author: Larry RubensteinISBN-10: 1539844072ISBN-13: 9781539844075Publisher:...- $19.90
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Water Lily Dance
An imaginative, stunning historical novel wrapped in a second-chance romance by the bestselling author of Essie's Roses, Michelle Muriel. Three brave women, centuries apart, risk everything for love in this healing, magical story of self-discovery, artistic freedom, and the friendships that pull us through...- $26.95
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The Suicide Run: Five Tales of the Marine Corps
The Suicide Run collects five of William Styron's meticulously rendered narratives based on his real-life experiences as a U.S. Marine. In "Blankenship," Styron draws on his stint as a guard at a stateside military prison at the end of World War II. "Marriott, the...- $15.00
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The Voice in the Stone
The Voice in the Stone is a novel about the Dominican Priest Meister Eckhart (1260 to 1328), regarded by many scholars, theologians, and devotees as one of the great Christian medieval mystics and one of the most brilliant and important of all Christian thinkers....- $10.99
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Fake News
From a television news veteran with over three decades of experience comes a riveting insider's tale that pulls back the curtain on modern media. Written by someone who lived in the trenches of America's newsrooms, this timely novel exposes the hidden machinations that shape...- $18.95
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Glorious Ruins
Power, love, fame, and catastrophic greed collide in a sweeping historical novel about 1920s Paris based on the enduring friendship between Coco Chanel and world-famous muse Misia Sert.In 1920s Paris, Misia Sert is a patron and a muse to the most revolutionary artists of...- $16.99
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A War, A Life
A War, A Life chronicles the life and times of the author's maternal grandfather, a man she never met and knew very little about. By piecing together historical records detailing his military service in the two world wars of the 20th century, Margaret discovered...- $34.99
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Garbage Cop
Jimmy Murphy had a dream to become a police officer with the NYPD, but poor eyesight prevented that dream from becoming a reality. Jimmy reluctantly took a civil service job as a New York City Sanitation Man. Despite the good pay and benefits Jimmy...- $10.99
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Miles to Go: The Second Journal of the Walk Series
Evans delivers the second installment in an inspiring new series about an executive who loses everything and embarks on a walk that takes him across America.Author: Richard Paul EvansISBN-10: 1442348054ISBN-13: 9781442348059Publisher: Simon & Schuster AudioLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/28/2012Pages: 5Format: CDWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 5.80h x 5.00w x...- $14.99
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Wren's Story
Wren was abandoned into the Wyoming wilderness to grow with an education based in knowledge from nature and the Indian Mission. Abandonment taught her to use the environment as her teacher. The isolated Wind River Reservation culture taught her resourcefulness, individuality, self sufficiency and...- $20.99
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Biographical Fiction Books
Biographical fiction books are a unique genre that combines elements of biography and literature. They provide readers with a fascinating blend of historical fact and imaginative storytelling, offering a fresh perspective on the lives of real people throughout history. These books breathe life into the past, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the experiences, emotions, and challenges of prominent individuals.
One key characteristic of biographical fiction is its commitment to historical accuracy. Authors undertake meticulous research to ensure that the facts, events, and cultural nuances of the era are faithfully represented in the story. This makes biographical fiction a valuable source for both history enthusiasts and casual readers seeking an engaging narrative rooted in reality. However, unlike traditional biographies that often rely heavily on documented evidence, biographical fiction allows authors to speculate, imagine, and creatively fill in the gaps in a subject's life. This literary license enables them to delve deeper into a character's thoughts, emotions, and motivations, adding an extra layer of depth and intimacy to the storytelling.
Biographical fiction also provides authors with an opportunity to bring lesser-known figures or those with untold stories to the forefront. By shedding light on these often marginalized characters, these books enhance our understanding of history and challenge conventional narratives. In recent years, biographical fiction has gained popularity and garnered critical acclaim as readers increasingly seek narratives that combine the authenticity of biography with the narrative power of fiction. This genre not only bridges the gap between fact and fiction but also serves as a means of connecting readers with the lives, experiences, and struggles of individuals who have shaped our world.
Popular Books
One such popular book is "The Paris Wife" by Paula McLain. Set in the vibrant backdrop of 1920s Paris, the novel chronicles the turbulent relationship between Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley Richardson. McLain's exquisite storytelling brings to life the bohemian atmosphere of the Lost Generation, while delving into the complexities of love, ambition, and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of artistic success.
Another book that has garnered widespread acclaim is "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kidd. Inspired by the lives of real-life abolitionist and women's rights advocate Sarah Grimké, and her slave-handmaid Hetty/Handful, the novel explores themes of freedom, sisterhood, and the resilience of the human spirit. Kidd's masterful writing seamlessly blends historical facts with fictional elements, making for a powerful and thought-provoking read.
These are just a few examples of the popular books that make up the vast and diverse landscape of biographical fiction. Through these captivating tales, readers are given the opportunity to connect with the lives of extraordinary individuals, gaining a deeper understanding of their struggles, motivations, and lasting impact on history.