Biographies
Explore a rich collection of biographies that provide insights into the lives of notable historical figures and influential personalities. This category features a range of stories from different eras, each offering a glimpse into the achievements, struggles, and legacies of its subjects. Whether you're interested in the arts, sciences, politics, or social change, these works provide fascinating and informative accounts that bring history to life. Discover the experiences of individuals who have shaped the world as we know it.
Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable
Journey across America to discover the hidden stories within its historic walls, where the echoes of influential pioneers resonate through time.
By John T. (John Thomson) Faris
Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, Volume 1, Part 1
Witness one man's journey from his family's immigration to America, to his partaking in some of America's bloodiest conflicts.
By Philip Henry Sheridan
Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay. Volume 1
Discover the hidden life behind a celebrated historian and statesman, from his family's abolitionist roots to the relationships that shaped his future.
By George Otto Trevelyan
Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte — Volume 09
Witness Napoleon Bonaparte's strategic genius and the fervor of his troops as Europe teeters on the brink of war in this first-hand account.
By Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne
Hero Tales from American History
Discover the thrilling acts of courage and unwavering devotion that shaped a nation, as told through the lives of America's greatest heroes.
By Henry Cabot Lodge
Louise Imogen Guiney
Discover the story of a brilliant poet whose life was shaped by family, nature, and a relentless pursuit of literary greatness.
By Alice Brown
Mary Slessor of Calabar: Pioneer Missionary
Witness the transformation of a young Scottish woman into a fearless missionary who defied expectations and transformed a West African community.
By W. P. (William Pringle) Livingstone
Frédéric Mistral Poet and Leader in Provence
Discover the story of a poet who ignited a cultural rebirth, fighting to preserve his language and heritage.
By Charles Alfred Downer
Fanny's First Novel
A young woman in a talented family secretly dreams of literary success, but must overcome societal expectations and her own insecurities to find her voice.
By Frank Frankfort Moore
Madame Roland: A Biographical Study
Witness the extraordinary journey of a young woman whose intellectual curiosity and political awakening propelled her to the forefront of a nation's revolutionary upheaval.
By Ida M. (Ida Minerva) Tarbell
Passages from the Life of a Philosopher
Discover a 19th-century inventor's life through humorous stories and philosophical musings, revealing the challenges and triumphs of creating groundbreaking calculating machines.
By Charles Babbage
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
Follow the remarkable transformation of a young apprentice who used ingenuity and determination to rise from poverty and help shape a nation.
By Benjamin Franklin
The Story of My Life — Volume 05
From youthful classrooms to a transforming infatuation with an actress, a young man's journey toward self-discovery unfolds amidst the rigid structures of 19th-century education.
By Georg Ebers
Historic Boys: Their Endeavours, Their Achievements, and Their Times
Witness the inspiring exploits of remarkable youths from bygone eras as they valiantly confront adversity and remarkably shape the course of history, proving that age is no barrier to exceptional achievement.
By Elbridge S. (Elbridge Streeter) Brooks
Harriet, the Moses of Her People
Witness the incredible journey of a former slave who becomes a beacon of hope, risking her life to lead hundreds to freedom and forever changing the course of history.
By Sarah H. (Sarah Hopkins) Bradford
Frank Reynolds, R.I.
Witness a world brought to life in black and white, where every stroke of the pen reveals the humor and humanity hidden in plain sight.
By A. E. (Alfred Edwin) Johnson
Pirates
Venture into the brutal world of buccaneers, where daring exploits and ruthless pursuits reveal whether fortune or demise awaits these infamous sea rogues.
By Charles Johnson
The Making of an American
From a peaceful childhood across the sea to the tough streets of a new land, one man embarks on a quest for love, identity, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
By Jacob A. (Jacob August) Riis
Sir Walter Scott
Discover the life of a celebrated Scottish author, from his ancestral roots to the accident that shaped his childhood, and the landscapes that fueled his imagination.
By Richard Holt Hutton
The Story of the Herschels, a Family of Astronomers Sir William Herschel, Sir John Herschel, Caroline Herschel
Witness how a family transformed from crafting music to charting the stars, driven by intellectual curiosity and undying dedication.
By Anonymous