Biographies & Autobiographies books

“Reminiscences of John Greenleaf Whittier's Life at Oak Knoll, Danvers, Mass.” offers an intimate glimpse into...  Read More >>

This is a firsthand account of an accident that occurred at the sale of Lord Eldin's pictures. Written by J. Howell,...  Read More >>

This is Volume 3 of the collected works of Dr. A. Jacobi, presenting a compilation of his essays, addresses, scientific...  Read More >>

This meticulously detailed monograph explores the life and collections of M. le Duc de Blacas, a prominent figure...  Read More >>

""Education of an Artist"" presents an oral history transcript and related materials from 1966-196, documenting...  Read More >>

“Librarian and Dedicated Bookman: University of San Francisco, 1947-1988” presents an oral history transcript...  Read More >>

The Model Merchant; or, Memoirs of Samuel Budgett, by William Arthur, recounts the life and career of Samuel Budgett,...  Read More >>

Ferdinand, Herzog zu Braunschweig und LÃ1/4neburg während des siebenjährigen Krieges, Erster Band beleuchtet das...  Read More >>

“The Romance of Sandro Botticelli Woven With His Paintings” offers readers an intimate look into the life and...  Read More >>

“Diary of Caroline Cowles Richards, 1852-1872, Canandaigua, N.Y” offers a compelling glimpse into the life of...  Read More >>

Explore the life and legacy of one of history's most influential figures in Edith Gittings Reid's biography, ""Florence...  Read More >>

The Life of Jacob Gruber, penned by W. P. Strickland, offers a detailed portrait of a prominent figure in 19th-century...  Read More >>

Explore the pivotal era of the Reformation through William Stang's biography, ""The Life of The Martin Luther.""...  Read More >>

“American Letters” is a collection of correspondence that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and thoughts...  Read More >>

Out of the Past, penned by Mountstuart E. Grant Duff, offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the political and...  Read More >>

Volume II of the ""Autobiography of Henry Taylor"" provides further insight into the life and times of the esteemed...  Read More >>

Zur Erinnerung an Friedrich Ludwig Karl Weigand: Ein Lebensbild is a biographical essay commemorating the life of...  Read More >>

""Dorothy Q"" is a captivating collection of essays and biographical sketches by Oliver Wendell Holmes, offering...  Read More >>

Archdeacon Wilberforce: His Ideals and Teaching, by C.E. Woods, offers a biographical study of a prominent figure...  Read More >>

“The Smugglers, Volume I” offers a detailed account of smuggling activities, likely focusing on Great Britain...  Read More >>

""Following the Drum: A Glimpse of Fronter Life"" offers a fascinating look into the daily experiences and challenges...  Read More >>

“Augustin: Studien zu Seiner Geistigen Entwicklung” delves into the intellectual and spiritual journey of Augustine...  Read More >>

Soldier's Friend, published in 1828, offers a window into the life and experiences of soldiers during a formative...  Read More >>

Explore the tumultuous life and political career of HonorÃ(c) Gabriel Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau, a pivotal figure...  Read More >>

Round the globe in old and new paths This book, Round the globe in old and new paths, by Sullivan Holman M'Collester,...  Read More >>