Biography & Autobiography

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John Barleycorn: Alcoholic Memoirs - Paperback

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by Jack London (Author), John Sutherland (Editor)Published in 1913, this harrowing, autobiographical 'A to Z' of drinking shattered London's reputation as a clean-living adventurer and massively successful author of such books as White Fang and The Call of the Wild. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most acc...

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Report copyright infringementby Dave Eggers (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "A gripping, triumphant adventure" (Los Angeles Times) from the bestselling author of The Circle--the incredible true story of a young Yemeni American man, raised in San Francisco, who dreams of resurrecting the ancient art of Yemeni coffee but finds himself trapped in Sana'a by civil war.Mokhtar Alkhanshali is twenty-four and working as a doorman when he discovers the astonishing history of coffee and Yemen's cen...

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Report copyright infringementby Edith Eva Eger (Author)A New York Times Bestseller "I'll be forever changed by Dr. Eger's story...The Choice is a reminder of what courage looks like in the worst of times and that we all have the ability to pay attention to what we've lost, or to pay attention to what we still have."--Oprah "Dr. Eger's life reveals our capacity to transcend even the greatest of horrors and to use that suffering for the benefit of others. She has found true freedom and forgiven...

Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World - Paperback

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by Pénélope Bagieu (Author), Pénélope Bagieu (Illustrator)2019 Eisner Award Winner for Best U.S. Edition of International Material Throughout history and across the globe, one characteristic connects the daring women of Brazen: their indomitable spirit. With her characteristic wit and dazzling drawings, celebrated graphic novelist P n lope Bagieu profiles the lives of these feisty female role models, some world famous, some little known. From Nellie Bly to Mae Jemison or Josephine Baker to Na...

Mujeres del Alma Mía / The Soul of a Woman: Sobre El Amor Impaciente, La Vida Larga Y Las Brujas Buenas - Hardcover

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by Isabel Allende (Author)CADA AÑO VIVIDO Y CADA ARRUGA CUENTAN MI HISTORIA.Isabel Allende bucea en su memoria y nos ofrece un emocionante libro sobre su relación con el feminismo y el hecho de ser mujer, al tiempo que reivindica que la vida adulta hay que vivirla, sentirla y gozarla con plena intensidad.En Mujeres del alma mía la gran autora chilena nos invita a acompañarla en este viaje personal y emocional donde repasa su vinculación con el feminismo desde la infancia hasta hoy. Recuerda ...

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Report copyright infringementby Marjane Satrapi (Author)The fascinating continuation of the best-selling Persepolis, "one of the freshest and most original memoirs of our day" (Los Angeles Times). Marjane Satrapi dazzles with her heartrending graphic memoir about growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. In 1984, Marjane flees fundamentalism and the war with Iraq to begin a new life in Vienna. Once there, she faces the trials of adolescence far from her friends and family, and while ...

Everything Now: Lessons from the City-State of Los Angeles - Paperback

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by Rosecrans Baldwin (Author)WINNER OF THE CALIFORNIA BOOK AWARDA LOS ANGELES TIMES BESTSELLER. NAMED A BEST CALIFORNIA BOOKS OF 2021 BY THE NEW YORK TIMESA provocative, exhilaratingly new understanding of the United States' most confounding metropolis--not just a great city, but a full-blown modern city-state America is obsessed with Los Angeles. And America has been thinking about Los Angeles all wrong, for decades, on repeat. Los Angeles is not just the place where the American dream hits ...

Seed to Dust: Life, Nature, and a Country Garden - Paperback

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by Marc Hamer (Author)For readers of Late Migrations and H is for Hawk A stunning meditation on gardening and the wisdom of plants, " that rare book that will appeal to nonfiction readers everywhere. . . Candid, tender, thoughtful and absorbing."--Shelf Awareness (STARRED Review) "With chapters. . . [that] shimmer like lantern slides, lit with luminous imagery. . . Seed to Dust is an invitation to read this world as Mr. Hamer does--with a close eye to what changes, and what does not."--The Wa...

The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook: A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius and Betrayal

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Report copyright infringementby Ben Mezrich (Author)NATIONAL BESTSELLER "The Social Network, the much anticipated movie...adapted from Ben Mezrich's book The Accidental Billionaires." --The New York Times Best friends Eduardo Saverin and Mark Zuckerberg had spent many lonely nights looking for a way to stand out among Harvard University's elite, competitive, and accomplished student body. Then, in 2003, Zuckerberg hacked into Harvard's computers, crashed the campus network, almost got himself...

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Report copyright infringementby Jessica Teich (Author)A deeply moving account of love, friendship, and the complexities of memory and healing told through an intertwining story of two women grappling with their demons; one is the narrator, a mother and survivor of sexual assault, and the other, a young woman in a magazine, familiar but a stranger. For readers of Jeanette Walls, Alexandra Fuller, and anyone who has struggled to find hope on the long road to healing, and freedom in the power to...

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Report copyright infringementby Nancy M. Britt (Author)An Inspirational Journey of Transformation Have you ever loved too hard, lost too much, or wondered how to piece it all back together? Author Nancy M. Britt, a 50-something year-old lesbian, found herself alone, in an emotional and spiritual crisis, after a series of failed relationships left her questioning everything she thought she knew about herself. Desperate to escape anxiety and depression, Nancy traveled alone to her ancestral hom...

Unsung Hero: Private Pedro Cano WW II Medal of Honor Recipient

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Report copyright infringementby Stephen Cano (Author)Private Pedro Cano fought in this Hurtgen Forest area on December 2nd and 3rd, 1944. His actions on these days would earn him the Medal of Honor. As a young boy, I would often hear my father (Alvaro Cano) proudly talk about his cousin and World War II hero, Pedro Cano. I have been privileged to uncover long lost history about Pedro's experiences in the army and the war in Europe, as well as stitching together the events after Pedro received...

Life and Labors of Elder John Kline, the Martyr Missionary

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Report copyright infringementby John Kline (Author), Benjamin Funk (Author)Explore the remarkable life of Elder John Kline, a dedicated minister of the Brethren church and a martyr of the American Civil War, in "Life and Labors of Elder John Kline, the Martyr Missionary." This meticulously collated account, drawn from Kline's personal diary by Benjamin Funk, offers a unique window into the religious life of a man deeply committed to his faith during a tumultuous period in American history. Kl...

Born Again Too Soon: A Journey from Certainty to Mystery

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Report copyright infringementby Harles Cone (Author)This book follows one man's journey to break free from the constraints of religious fundamentalism, unquestioned obedience to authority, an education that taught him what to think rather than how to think, and the culture of Southern White Supremacy. Along the way, he revisits lessons from well-meaning parents who themselves were shaped by dogma. His achievements in athletics opened him to new perspectives that challenged the certainty of hi...

Badge of Honor: My Stand for the West Philippine Sea

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Report copyright infringementby Francis Tolentino (Author)When a line in the sea became a line in history... On October 12, 2025, in the contested waters off Sandy Cay, three modest Philippine vessels faced down a militia fleet, shifting the balance of the West Philippine Sea. In this gripping political memoir, Senator Francis Tol Tolentino recounts the real-life confrontation that brought the Philippines' maritime law, sovereignty, and national survival into global focus. From the coral reef...

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth J. Braun (Author)The Rhythm of Grief: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Learning to Breathe Again is a deeply personal and compassionate exploration of what it means to love, to lose, and to rebuild a life in the aftermath of profound loss.When Elizabeth Braun's husband, George, a dedicated assistant fire chief, is diagnosed with cancer, their world shifts from the rhythms of everyday life to the uncertainty of caregiving, medical decisions, and the fight f...

Secret Confessions of a Wedding Planner: A Behind-the-Scene Guide for Brides

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Report copyright infringementby Allie Wester (Author)Secret Confessions of a Wedding Planner; A Behind-the-Scenes Guide for Brides will take you on a journey through the entire planning process of a wedding. Offering priceless tips, advice, funny stories, and sometimes crazy behind-the-scenes antics, Allie Wester will keep you entertained while educating you. This book is for wedding vendors, brides, mothers of the bride and groom, bridesmaids, or anyone interested in the wedding industry-esp...

A Fool's Errand: A Neighbor, a Top 100 Chase, a Different Scorecard

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Report copyright infringementby Ryan Schiff (Author) Number of Pages: 150 Dimensions: 0.32 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: June 09, 2026

The Life That Love Builds: How to Come Home to Yourself by Letting Go of Normal

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Report copyright infringementby Jeni Juarez (Author), Parvati Markus (Editor), Hr Hegnauer Design Studio (Cover Design by)Answering the Call of Our TimesThe Life That Love Builds: How to Come Home to Yourself by Letting Go of Normal weaves together vulnerable storytelling, wisdom teachings, and social commentary as a guide for those who long to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life rooted in integrity, healthy relationships, and deeper connection to ourselves and the world around us. We ...

Disguised in Daylight: The True Story of Ellen and William Craft's 1,000-Mile Escape from Slavery-and the Love That Defied a Nation

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Report copyright infringementby Benjamin Harmon (Author)One couple. One thousand miles. Four days to outrun a nation built on chains.December 21, 1848, Macon, Georgia. In a cramped attic above a cabinet shop, Ellen Craft, twenty-four, light-skinned, illiterate, and enslaved, sews a gentleman's coat by candlelight. Her husband William, twenty-two, a skilled cabinetmaker, forges passes and builds a mahogany traveling case with a false bottom. By dawn, Ellen is Mr. William Johnson, a deaf, one-a...

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Report copyright infringementby John Lemay (Author)In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, there existed a curious legend that Montezuma, the Aztec emperor of Mexico, had been born somewhere in the American Southwest. The stories went that he was a legendary shaman who performed miracles and slayed monsters before boarding the back of a great eagle and flying southward, where he founded the Aztec kingdom in Mexico. Before departing, Montezuma was said to ignite an eternal flame to be kept ...

Opportunity Knocked in Yellowstone: How an Idaho Farm Boy Became a Builder and Advocate of West Yellowstone, Montana with 2022 and 2026 Epilogues

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Report copyright infringementby Clyde G. Seely (Author)Growing up on a small family farm in the shadows of Yellowstone National Park, Clyde Glen Seely learned the importance of hard work, strong family ties and making the best of any circumstance. His first childhood responsibility was feeding bum lambs on the farm in Twin Groves, Idaho.Then opportunity knocked.Follow Clyde's first-hand experiences as he relives the conflicts, challenges, and successes that transformed the young farm boy into...

Love, Lies & Lumbar Pain: Dating Misadventures of a Clueless Single Dad

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Report copyright infringementby George a. Smith (Author)Can a sixty-something single dad with a demanding job and knees that crack like popcorn really find romance again? Armed with optimism and naivety, "the gray wolf" ventures into the wilds of online dating. The hunt isn't easy-there's a teenage cub in the den, and some women seem more interested in his 401(k) than his dad jokes. Love, Lies, & Lumbar Pain is a true story of second chances, misadventures, and hope, written by a man old ...

Cover-Up: Collusion in the Halls of Academia

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Report copyright infringementby Helene Z. Hill (Author)This is a story about scientific fraud and one woman's attempt to set the record straight.In March 2001, post-doctoral fellow Dr. Marek Lenarczyk reported to Professor Helene Z. Hill that he had found that post-doctoral fellow Dr. Anupam Bishayee had set up an experiment involving cultured mammalian cells that were contaminated with bacteria or mold. Drs Hill and Lenarczyk believed that the lab chief, Dr. Roger Howell, had great faith in ...

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Report copyright infringementby David Reed (Author)Ephesians 6:10-1910 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.Standing next to a lighthouse and watching the sunset is a beautiful experience that brings peace to the soul. However, nothing compares to a God story that reveals His presence in our lives. This book captures a selection of my God stories from my 76 years of life, and my hop...

The Magnificent Showman the Epic Films of Samuel Bronston (hardback)

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Report copyright infringementby Mel Martin (Author)Samuel Bronston produced some of the greatest and most remembered epic films of the sixties. El Cid, King of Kings, Fall of the Roman Empire, John Paul Jones, and Circus World. With a literal 'cast of thousands', and the biggest and most historically accurate sets ever built, the films have become legendary. The Magnificent Showman tells the stories behind the making of these memorable films, and explores the ambitious and quixotic man who br...

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Report copyright infringementby R. Lauren (Author)In the pre-dawn darkness, I left the house to go to the airport. The radio warned of heavy rain. It started slowly and then came down in buckets. My windshield wipers couldn't keep up. I came upon a flooded street. Most vehicles stopped - then a pick-up truck ventured through. With near zero visibility, I decided to follow him. I can't miss my flight.Suddenly, the car was hit by a wall of water, almost throwing my small Mazda on its side. I wa...

One is a Warrior: The Relentless Fight of an Army National Guard Sniper Team in Ramadi

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Report copyright infringementby Harry R. Martinez (Author)Victory Has a Body Count.The Reckoning Is Personal.When Harry Martinez volunteered, he was a police officer and a father who understood what war demands. He had served in the Marine Corps in the first Gulf War. In 2005, he arrived in Ramadi with the Army National Guard-where Al-Qaeda in Iraq hid among its citizens and every breath could be your last.Their sniper section was tasked with one mission: find the enemy and stop them. From ro...

In Search of a Mother's Love: A Daughter's Journey of Love, Forgiveness and Redemption of a Mother She Never Knew

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Report copyright infringementby Michelle B. Wilson (Author)When heaven wants to heal a generation, it sends a story like this. One knock in the early morning hours unraveled Michelle B. Wilson's world, exposing a family secret so devastating it launched a lifelong search for truth, identity, and the mother whose love always felt just out of reach.In Search of a Mother's Love is a sweeping, soul-bearing memoir that journeys through childhood abandonment, betrayal, and the haunting silence of u...

Forbidden Science 7: Final Report, The Journals of Jacques Vallee 2020-2025

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Report copyright infringementby Jacques Vallee (Author)"A new reality, altering the arc of human history..."Jacques Vallee, a long-time researcher of the UFO phenomenon worldwide and a major proponent of "disclosure," presents the final volume of his Journals, where he cautions us about the spiritual dangers on the road ahead and warns of shocking revelations still to come. "Jacques Vallee remains steadfast in his allegiance to the 'real witnesses' who have uniquely encountered the true natur...

Something To Be Proud Of: A memoir on small business and the bigger business of pursuing one's passion

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Report copyright infringementby Martin Tiongson (Author)Something To Be Proud Of chronicles the author's journey in small business, both as an employee and employer, operator and owner. It spans fourteen years and three businesses-a Gelato Shop, a Bagel Store, and a French Bakery. Each chapter covers a different year from 2011 to 2024, outlining the trials, achievements, mistakes, and lessons during that time. This book touches on topics like business lifecycle, negotiation strategy, customer...

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Report copyright infringementby Carol L. Beers (Author)This book is a compilation of vignettes about my journey through life. When I sat down to write it the words just spilled out and brought back so many different emotions: joy, fear, compassion, disappointment, laughter, sorrow, and gratitude but mostly love and happiness.It is my hope that the reader will experience some of these emotions as they read the book. Most of all, it is my wish that reading it brings back memories of your own st...