Biography & Autobiography
Explore the best biography and autobiography books, featuring top autobiographies and the best biographies of all time.
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Malala, a Brave Girl from Pakistan/Iqbal, a Brave Boy from PakistanJeanette Winter presents the inspirational stories of Malala and Iqbal, two children from Pakistan who were not afraid and spoke out for human rights. In 1995, Iqbal took on the cause of child labor and in 2012, Malala, the future Nobel Peace Prize winner,...
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The Life of MohammedMohammed's life is an epic story. He was an orphan who rose from poverty to become the first ruler of all of Arabia. He created a new religion, new methods of war and a new political system including a legal code, the Sharia. Mohammed...
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The Wilder Muir: The Curious Nature of John MuirWhether he is cheering for untamed mountain sheep or braving a high-country storm that would sweep away lesser mortals, John Muir--naturalist, author, and advocate--is forever passionate, often droll, and always inspirational. This collection of his little-known pieces have been culled from private letters, magazine...
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Wheels Within Wheels: The Making of a TravellerIn this beautifully written and searingly honest autobiography, the intrepid cyclist and traveler Dervla Murphy remembers her richly unconventional first thirty years. She describes her determined childhood self - strong-willed and beguiled by books from the first - her intermittent formal education and the...
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A Piece of the Mountain: The Story of Blaise PascalA biography of one of the most important scientists and mathematicians of the 1600's. Not only was he a brilliant scientist, but he was converted to Christianity as an adult and became a devoted apologist for the Christian faith. Of special interest to home...
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Broken Open: Mountains, Demons, Treadmills and a Search for NirvanaDavid Clark is a formerly obese alcoholic and fast food junkie who found a new life in running. Now, thirteen years after his transformation, he shares his inspiring story of taking running to the extreme edge of his physical and spiritual breaking points. Having...
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Diana: A Closely Guarded SecretInspector Ken Wharfe, the first royalty protection officer to publish a memoir, was a crucial figure in the life of Diana, Princess of Wales, for nearly seven years. He became a close friend and trusted confidant. His first-hand contradicts many of the so-called "facts"...
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Karl Doenitz and the Last Days of the Third ReichAmong the military leaders of the Second World War, Grand Admiral Karl Doenitz remains a deeply enigmatic figure. As chief of the German submarine fleet he earned Allied respect as a formidable enemy. But after he succeeded Hitler -- to whom he was unquestioningly...
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The Life and Work of George Boole: A Prelude to the Digital Age* Founder of the field of Computer Science* 150th Anniversary of his deathThis book is the first full-length biography of George Boole (1815-1864), who has been variously described as the founder of pure mathematics, father of computer science and discoverer of symbolic logic. Boole...
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Wielding the Sword: Preachers and Teachers of God's WordWielding the Sword is a great introduction to the men who preached and the women who taught God's Word from the early church and throughout history. They stood up to heresy and oppression to show the Gospel to the world in a way that...
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Blaise Pascal: Miracles and ReasonFew people have had as many influences on as many different fields as true Renaissance man Blaise Pascal. At once a mathematician, philosopher, theologian, physicist, and engineer, Pascal's discoveries, experiments, and theories helped usher in a modern world of scientific thought and methodology. In...
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The Next Ones: How McDavid, Matthews and a Group of Young Guns Took Over the NHLThe NHL is a young man's league. How young? Connor McDavid was twenty years old when he won the scoring title and MVP in 2017. Auston Matthews was still a nineteen-year-old rookie when he tied for second in the Rocket Richard Trophy race with...
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Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers: The Rise of Motörhead"Mot rhead, remember me now, Mot rhead, alright " Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers is the first book to celebrate the classic-era Mot rhead lineup of Lemmy Kilmister, "Fast" Eddie Clarke, and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor. Through interviews with all of the principal troublemakers,...
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Young Neil: The Sugar Mountain Years"A supremely compelling chronicle of Young's first 20 years." -- Rolling Stone "This is a book written by a true fan for true fans." -- Publishers Weekly Includes many previously unseen photos and set lists Exploring a time in this Rock and Roll Hall...
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Herbert HooverThis biography introduces readers to Herbert Hoover including his early career as a geology engineer, his early political career, and key events from Hoover's administration including the Great Depression. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast...
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Billy Graham: A Biography of America's Greatest EvangelistThe Inspirational Story of the Twentieth Century's Greatest Evangelist Billy Graham has preached the gospel message in person to more people than anyone in history, and millions more have heard him through television, radio, and film. His faithful witness is testimony to his great...
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Billy Graham: A Biography of America's Greatest EvangelistThe Inspirational Story of the Twentieth Century's Greatest Evangelist Billy Graham has preached the gospel message in person to more people than anyone in history, and millions more have heard him through television, radio, and film. His faithful witness is testimony to his great...
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Warrior Queens: True Stories of Six Ancient Rebels Who Slayed HistoryThe true life stories of six little-known fierce ancient warrior queens are told with humor and vivid detail by an award-winning writer. For young readers seeking to be inspired by stories of strong women, this riveting book shines a light on six powerful ancient...
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The Double Life of Laurence Oliphant: Victorian Pilgrim and ProphetLaurence Oliphant lived one of the most remarkable lives of the Victorian era, dedicated to making a real difference for his fellow man-sometimes in very unconventional ways. At the age of 38, Laurence Oliphant, a successful Victorian writer, diplomat and Member of Parliament gave...
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Into the Tiger's JawLike many 18-year-olds who sign up to serve with the U.S. Navy, Petersen was looking for adventure when he enlisted. The difference between him and the average kid of 1950, when he enlisted, was that Petersen was African American. At the time military opportunities...
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