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Vendor: Linn Ullmann
Unquiet
He is a renowned Swedish filmmaker and has a plan for everything. She is his daughter, the youngest of nine children. Every summer, since she was a little girl, she visits him at his beloved stony house surrounded by woods, poppies, and the Baltic...- $30.99
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Vendor: Kelly O'Connor McNees
Undiscovered Country: A Novel Inspired by the Lives of Eleanor Roosevelt and Lorena Hickok
New York City, 1932. Reporter Lorena "Hick" Hickok's days start with a front page byline and finish with bourbon and her next big scoop. But an assignment to cover FDR's campaign and write a feature on his wife turns Hick's hard-won independent life on...- $30.99
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Vendor: Stephen Murabito
Chasing Saint George
In Chasing Saint George, Stephen Murabito creates a cast of rich, memorable characters. While these stories sparkle with small everyday wonders and mysteries, loves and desires, they're also operatic in the best sense of the word, soaring with grand, genuine passion. Murabito tells his...- $19.95
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Vendor: Lea Rachel
Seeking Forgiveness
Seeking Forgiveness tells the story of interracial adoption in the United States today, from the perspective of a white mother who adopts a Black son and finds she has no idea what the hell she is doing. Rachel, the adoptive mother of Miles, receives...- $21.99
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Vendor: Chandra Prasad
Breathe the Sky: A Novel Inspired by the Life of Amelia Earhart
Amelia Earhart disappeared from the world's radar in the 1930s, but she has not been forgotten. Breathe the Sky is a fresh and provocative portrait of the legendary pilot whose courage and charisma have dazzled millions. It is also the first novel to reveal...- $14.99
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Vendor: Marie Benedict
The First Ladies
The Instant New York Times Bestseller! A novel about the extraordinary partnership between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and civil rights activist Mary McLeod Bethune--an unlikely friendship that changed the world, from the New York Times bestselling authors of the Good Morning America Book Club...- $30.00
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Vendor: Maggie Gee
Virginia Woolf in Manhattan
"I have been dragged through time, summoned like a book requisitioned from a distant library," says Virginia Woolf, "resurrected" by modern-day author, Angela Lamb, working on Woolf manuscripts in the New York Public Library's Berg collection. Angela dumps her irrepressible daughter at boarding-school to...- $15.95
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Vendor: Kerstin Ekman
Childhood
Kerstin Ekman is primarily known as a novelist, but she has occasionally turned to free verse, especially when the subject is autobiographical. In 1993-1994, Swedish TV 1 conducted a series of talks with prominent writers under the rubric 'Seven Boys and Seven Girls'. In...- $9.99
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Vendor: Mary Calvi
If a Poem Could Live and Breathe: A Novel of Teddy Roosevelt's First Love
A fact-based romantic speculative novel about Teddy Roosevelt's first love, by Mary Calvi, author of Dear George, Dear MaryStudded with the real love letters between a young Theodore Roosevelt and Boston beauty Alice Lee―many of them never before published―If a Poem Could Live and...- $36.95
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Vendor: Campbell Slimon
Horse Kogill and Mr Money-Man
THE BOOK: Horse Kogill and Mr. Money-Man'Ride like Kogill' was a saying 19th century in Iceland when the swashbuckling Capt. John Coghill was galloping across this land of volcanoes and glaciers. A train of horses with boxes of gold to pay for sheep and...- $18.10
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Vendor: Molly Greeley
Marvelous
"Enchanting. Molly Greeley has pulled off a piece of magic to tell a dazzling love story about the outcast's ache to be cared for and belong. This book broke my heart and put it back together again."--Allison Epstein, author of A Tip for the...- $51.99
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Vendor: William Coles
Lord Lucan: My Story
A murder gone wrong. A worldwide police hunt for the killer. And a fugitive who became a legend: The 7th Earl of Lucan. The Lord Lucan Scandal is one of the greatest and most extraordinary mysteries of the 20th Century. Ever since Lucky Lord...- $15.99
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Vendor: I. Caroline Crocker
Brave Face: The Inspiring WWII Memoir of a Dutch/German Child
A human story of resilience in the face of evil; a memoir to be cherished. - Dr. Hemchand Gossai, Professor of Humanities and Social Sciences As the daughter of a Dutch postman and his German wife, five-year-old Meta finds her life totally changed when...- $17.95
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Vendor: M. B. Zucker
The Eisenhower Chronicles
A Five-Star Book about a Five-Star GeneralIn 1938 he was a lieutenant colonel stationed in the Philippines; by 1945 the world proclaimed him its savior. From leading the forces of liberal democracy against history's most evil tyrant to the presidency, Dwight D. Eisenhower fought...- $35.99
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Vendor: Atulya K. Bingham
Ayşe's Trail
Ayşe Metin - a 38-year-old mother from Istanbul - decides to tackle the Lycian Way in southern Turkey. She has never camped alone in her life. As she strikes out into Lycia's ancient forests, she is on a quest to leave behind the past....- $14.99
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Vendor: Gill Hornby
Godmersham Park
A richly imagined novel inspired by the true story of Anne Sharp, a governess who became very close with Jane Austen and her family by the #1 International bestselling author of Miss Austen.On January 21, 1804, Anne Sharpe arrives at Godmersham Park in Kent...- $41.95
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Vendor: J. R. Tomlin
A King Uncaged: A Historical Novel of Scotland
At last after long years of English imprisonment, Scotland's King James I negotiates the terms of his release and of his marriage to his beloved Joan Beaufort. But he returns to a Scotland in chaos. Surrounded by plots, intrigues, and rebellions, James struggles to...- $12.99
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Vendor: Pamela Hamilton
Lady Be Good: The Life and Times of Dorothy Hale
A moving portrait of Dorothy Hale, the legendary 1930s socialite immortalized in one of Frida Kahlo's most celebrated paintings.Winner of the National Indie Excellence Awards, Pamela Hamilton delivers glamour, romance, tragedy, a close and stormy friendship with famed playwright and Vogue and Vanity Fair...- $36.95
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Vendor: Sarah Miller
Marmee
From the author of Caroline, a revealing retelling of Louisa May Alcott's beloved Little Women, from the perspective of Margaret Marmee March, about the larger real-world challenges behind the cozy domestic concerns cherished by generations of readers.In 1861, war is raging in the South,...- $51.99
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Vendor: Tom Dalton
The Hard-Place Boy
Three-and-a-half-year-old Michael Murphy is a pain in the ass. He sure shouldn't be invited to any more weddings; last one he kicked the man his mother married in the shins. All he does is piss and moan, and he won't eat anything his mother...- $24.99
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Vendor: B疵bara Mujica
Miss del R卲: A Novel of Dolores del R卲, the First Major Latina Star in Hollywood
Dolores del R卲 bursts to life in this vivid, well-researched portrayal of her challenging life during Hollywood's golden era. Her iconic feline elegance and brash spirit dominates every page, but it's her defiance to live life on her own terms that sets her apart--and...- $51.99
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Vendor: Joaquim Amat-Piniella
K.L. Reich
Available in English for the first time, Joaquim Amat-Piniella's searing Catalan novel, K.L. Reich, is a central work of testimonial literature of the Nazi concentration camps. Begun immediately after Amat-Piniella's liberation in 1945, the book is based on his own four-year internment at Mauthausen....- $24.99
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Vendor: David Fisher
The War Magician: Based on an Extraordinary True Story
Based on an extraordinary true story and soon to be a major film produced by and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, The War Magician is the remarkable tale of the man who used the powers of illusion to fight the Nazis--and created the most remarkable feat...- $16.99
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Vendor: Ronni Kern
Uncharted
In 1853, LEWIS -- a 14-year old orphan and self-taught mapmaker -- joins John Charles Fremont's last desperate expedition into the uncharted world. Denied the support of the US Government for whom he completed three expeditions that opened the West (and a fourth that...- $9.99
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Vendor: David Fisher
The War Magician: Based on an Extraordinary True Story
Based on an extraordinary true story and soon to be a major film produced by and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, The War Magician is the remarkable tale of the man who used the powers of illusion to fight the Nazis--and created the most remarkable feat...- $36.99
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Vendor: Henry David Thoreau
Walden
Walden (/ˈwɔːldən/; first published in 1854 as Walden; or, Life in the Woods) is a book by American transcendentalist writer Henry David Thoreau. The text is a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings. The work is part personal declaration of independence, social experiment,...- $29.38
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Vendor: David Fisher
The War Magician: Based on an Extraordinary True Story
Based on an extraordinary true story and soon to be a major film produced by and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, The War Magician is the remarkable tale of the man who used the powers of illusion to fight the Nazis--and created the most remarkable feat...- $27.99
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Vendor: Penny Haw
The Invincible Miss Cust
Must-read historical fiction for fans of Marie Benedict and Tracey Enerson Wood, based on the real life of Britain's first woman veterinary surgeon.Aleen Cust has big dreams. And no one―not her family, society, or the law―will stop her.Born in Ireland in 1868 to an...- $41.95
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Vendor: Daniel Defoe
Robinson Crusoe
Restless Classics presents the Three-Hundredth Anniversary Edition of Robinson Crusoe, the classic Caribbean adventure story and foundational English novel, with new illustrations and an introduction by Jamaica Kincaid that contextualizes the book for our globalized, postcolonial era. When Daniel Defoe published Robinson Crusoe in...- $20.56
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Vendor: Robert Thompson
Journal
Journal is a slightly fictionalized autobiography based on a series of the author's real-life dreams - about life, love, family, death, and an unexpected journey across time and tide. "I'm in bed, staring at the ceiling, just lucid enough to ponder on the thought...- $10.99
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Vendor: Mary Ann Lamantia
Mary's Story: A girl's journey from an Appalachian coal mining town to New York City and back again in the early 1900s.
After living with her Baba for the first five years of her life, Mary was sent to live with her mom who was pregnant with her fourth child. It was the 1920s and Vintondale's coal miners were on strike as they tried to unionize...- $12.99
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Vendor: Jack Freestone
The Control Sickness
Jack Freestone's first novella, a satirical but humorous piece, based upon his experiences as a defence lawyer in New Zealand.Author: Jack FreestoneISBN-10: 8201014529ISBN-13: 9798201014520Publisher: Jack FreestoneLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/14/2022Pages: 130Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.38lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.31d- $15.45
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Vendor: David Fisher
The War Magician: Based on an Extraordinary True Story
Based on an extraordinary true story and soon to be a major film produced by and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, The War Magician is the remarkable tale of the man who used the powers of illusion to fight the Nazis--and created the most remarkable feat...- $51.95
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Vendor: Terry Webb
Thaddeus Stevens: The Making of an Inconvenient Hero
Not until Lincoln, the epic blockbuster movie, was Thaddeus Stevens' passion exposed regarding civil rights for black slaves. Until then, few knew Stevens' importance in the Emancipation Proclamation and the passage of the thirteenth and fourteenth amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Thaddeus Stevens: The...- $9.99
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Vendor: William D. Bramlett
Shorty
Johnny Cook is eight-years-old. It's 1933. His father's death leaves Johnny with his siblings and mother to survive on a small farm four years into the Great Depression. Grandpa Eddie asks a black man to help the white family. But Johnny does not want...- $12.99
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Vendor: William Butler Yeats
The Cutting of an Agate
This book "" The Cutting of an Agate "" has been considered important throughout the human history. It has been out of print for decades.So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a...- $11.02
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Vendor: Laurence Sterne
A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy: Autobiographical Novel
A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy is a novel by Laurence Sterne, who travelled through France and Italy as far south as Naples, and after returning determined to describe his travels from a sentimental point of view. The narrator is the Reverend Mr....- $7.50
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Vendor: Charlotte Troiano
College-Bound for Misadventure: A Two-Part Novella
Misadventure I: 'Going Postal' in Lincoln, Illinois -OR- How Kent State Saved My PosteriorIt happened quite a while ago when the story's hero, Robby Michaels, was attending Abraham College (a small, private junior college in Lincoln, Illinois). What started out as something of a...- $13.99
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Vendor: James Fenimore Cooper
The Two Admirals
Reprint of the original, first published in 1861.Author: James Fenimore CooperISBN-10: 3375042973ISBN-13: 9783375042974Publisher: Salzwasser-VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/03/2022Pages: 480Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.92lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d- $99.90
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Vendor: Jacques Casanova De Seingalt
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt 1725-1798 Volume 2 To Paris and Prison
Rare edition with unique illustrations and elegant classic cream paper. According to Wikipedia: "Giacomo Girolamo Casanova de Seingalt (1725-1798) was a Venteitian adveturers and author. His main book Histoire de ma vie (History of My Life), part autobiography and part memoir, is regarded as...- $17.99
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Vendor: David Snow
From poverty to plenty: or, The life of David Snow
From poverty to plenty - or, The life of David Snow is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1875. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine,...- $39.90
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Vendor: Mary Willard
Life of Rev. Samuel Willard, D.D., A.A.S. of Deerfield, Mass.
Life of Rev. Samuel Willard, D.D., A.A.S. of Deerfield, Mass. is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and...- $25.50
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Vendor: Ayana N. Hill
A Not Quite Normal ME: Dating Bipolar
Giving a humorous twist to dating someone with challenges. Mainly mental illness like Bipolar 1 with rapid cycling and other aliments. Explaining those moments with humor yet, real and true accounts that actually happened in real life. It's been long over due to show...- $5.99
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Vendor: Dacia Maraini
In Praise of Disobedience: Clare of Assisi, a Novel
An author receives a mysterious e-mail begging her to tell the story of Clare of Assisi, the thirteenth-century Italian saint. At first annoyed by the request, the author begins to research Saint Clare and becomes captivated by her life. We too are transported into...- $62.95
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The White Rose Rent: Katherine, Daughter of Richard III
The Tudor Era has dawned. Richard III lies in a shallow grave at Greyfriars in Leicester and Henry Tudor sits upon an uneasy throne.Richard's illegitimate daughter, Katherine Plantagenet, wife of one year to William Herbert, Earl of Huntingdon, struggles to find her path in...- $7.74
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In Praise of Disobedience: Clare of Assisi, a Novel
An author receives a mysterious e-mail begging her to tell the story of Clare of Assisi, the thirteenth-century Italian saint. At first annoyed by the request, the author begins to research Saint Clare and becomes captivated by her life. We too are transported into...- $25.95
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Vendor: Jerome Bruce
Journey For An Answer
Thinking of your journeys, are in the reminded state of mental gymnastics, the exercise is of the mind's eye not on the face. The dream is inside, where I live with the people who had everything and nothing at all, coming to terms with...- $36.95
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Vendor: Frank J. Kopet
My Name is Mitzi
My Name is Mitzi is a mostly true biographical novella from the point of view of a small mixed breed dog named Mitzi. Her story was interpreted, then translated and written into English by her human, Frank J. Kopet. It covers some of the...- $13.99
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Journey For An Answer
Thinking of your journeys, are in the reminded state of mental gymnastics, the exercise is of the mind's eye not on the face. The dream is inside, where I live with the people who had everything and nothing at all, coming to terms with...- $20.95
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Vendor: Tieanna Denae
Life in the Twenties: The Good, Bad & Ugly
Meet Harper Johnson, a young girl in her twenties just trying to piece life together. But will she ever get it right? From failing school to toxic relationships, depression, and losing faith, it seems as if life will never come together for Harper. Will...- $13.99
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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.