Biography & Autobiography
Explore the best biography and autobiography books, featuring top autobiographies and the best biographies of all time.
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A Passion for God: The Spiritual Journey of A. W. Tozer"I fear we shall never see another Tozer. Men like him are not college-bred but Spirit-taught." Leonard Ravenhill, 20th century British evangelist. Pastor A. W. Tozer, author of the Christian classics The Pursuit of God and The Knowledge of the Holy, was a complex,...
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AntiboyA queer memoir that takes place at the messy intersection between gender and desire, challenging stereotypes and embracing the nuance of identity. When Valentijn must undergo a mastectomy because of a gene defect, he makes the decision not to have implants and adopts an...
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And Then There Was Ed: Fishing Mishaps Through the Years"AND THEN THERE WAS ED: Fishing Mishaps Through the Years" is a humorous tale about navigating awkward family dynamics and forging an unlikely bond through a series of fishing misadventures. The story kicks off in 1995 when the protagonist is invited to his girlfriend...
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Andrew Sansom: A Life in ConservationIn the world of Texas conservation, the figure of Andrew Sansom looms large. Few can match Sansom's contributions to the natural landscape of Texas, such as the over 500,000 acres of state parks and wildlife management areas he helped protect during his leadership at...
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Americans Remember the Homefront: An Oral Narrative of the World War II Years in AmericaFrom the first surprise attack on Pearl Harbor to the emotional aftermath of World War II's final victory, this rich and powerful tapestry of voices offers firsthand memories of a nation united...Author: Roy HoopesPublisher: Berkley BooksPublished: 05/07/2002Pages: 384Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.86lbsSize: 8.99h x 6.02w...
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American Shield: The Immigrant Sergeant Who Defended Democracy"American Shield is an all-American tale of duty and determination--beautifully told by an immigrant, a veteran, and a patriot." --Nancy Pelosi, Speaker Emerita of the United States House of Representatives Set against the extraordinary events of January 6, 2021, Aquilino Gonell's inspirational memoir is...
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A Long Time Leaving: Beirut JournalThis is a memoir of a young American mother caught up in a nightmare life in the war zone of Beirut, Lebanon. It is a journal that chronicles days and nights under fire and a long, painful journey of self awareness.Author: Carol A. HayesPublisher:...
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All My ExesNavigating love has never been simple, but for author Holly Wells, it's been nothing short of an adventure. Set against the charming backdrop of northwest Indiana, All My Exes tells the story of how Holly, now a fiercely independant woman, has seen her fair...
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A Life of Gratitude: An AutobiographySince I reached 70 years old, I have felt that I should leave some kind of record of my own history. This is because I am convinced that the record of the joys, sorrows, and happiness I shared on earth with my most beloved...
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A Life Beyond Boundaries: A MemoirAn intellectual memoir by the author of the acclaimed Imagined Communities Born in China, Benedict Anderson spent his childhood in California and Ireland, was educated in England and finally found a home at Cornell University, where he immersed himself in the growing field of...
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A Jane Austen Education: How Six Novels Taught Me About Love, Friendship, and the Things That Really MatterBefore Jane Austen, William Deresiewicz was a very different young man. A sullen and arrogant graduate student, he never thought Austen would have anything to offer him. Then he read Emma--and everything changed.In this unique and lyrical book, Deresiewicz weaves the misadventures of Austen's...
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A Field Guide to Awkward SilencesWashington Post columnist Alexandra Petri shares her stories of awkwardness in this insightful and supremely funny debut. Most twentysomethings avoid awkwardness. Not Alexandra Petri. She auditioned for America's Next Top Model. She lost Jeopardy by answering "Who is that dude?" One time, she let...
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Adventures of a Rideshare DriverThis book is a collection of the author's favorite experiences of driving passengers who use the ride-sharing mode of transportation. Stories are limited to his experiences in the region in and around Austin, Texas, and other communities in the central part of the state...
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Adam Smith Reconsidered: History, Liberty, and the Foundations of Modern PoliticsA radical reinterpretation of Adam Smith that challenges economists, moral philosophers, political theorists, and intellectual historians to rethink him--and why he matters Adam Smith has long been recognized as the father of modern economics. More recently, scholars have emphasized his standing as a moral...
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Adam Smith: La biografía del padre escocés de la economía moderna y sus opiniones y teorías morales sobre las naciones y su riquezAdam Smith (bautizado el 16 de junio de 1723 - 17 de julio de 1790) fue un economista y filósofo escocés, pionero en el pensamiento de la economía política y figura clave durante la Ilustración escocesa. Considerado por algunos como "El padre de la...
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A Chip on My ShoulderThe author recalls and puts into an interesting writing style his early life both as a developing young man, dealing with life in part by turning to flying as an escape, and the experiences he saw and had as a military pilot. He puts...
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A Banquet for Cecilia: How Cecilia Chiang Revolutionized Chinese Food in AmericaRelish in the savory, tangy, and sometimes spicy dishes of Cecilia Chiang, a revolutionary who changed the way Americans viewed Chinese food. From an early age, Cecilia Chiang could be found delighting in the sounds and smells from her favorite room in her home--the...
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96 Facts about Mrbeast: Quizzes, Quotes, Questions, and More! with Bonus Journal Pages for Writing!The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of MrBeast! With over 215 million subscribers, MrBeast has the second most-subscribed channel on YouTube, and he is constantly going viral for his attention-grabbing stunts. Packed with fun facts and quick quizzes about the YouTube sensation,...
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4-H Stories from the Heart4-H Stories from the Heart presents inspirational and heartfelt stories by 4-H'ers, volunteers, and staff that will inspire, amuse, and bring back fond memories. "For more than a century, the 4-H movement has touched the lives of millions of people, one experience at a...
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1973: The Last Year The Beatles Were Fab1973 was a landmark year for The Beatles. It was 10 years since they scored their first UK gold disc ('She Loves You') - ten years since the birth of Beatlemainia.A decade is a long time in pop music. Fashions come and go in...
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