Biography & Memoirs
Dive into inspiring stories with our wide collection of biography and memoir books, featuring the lives of influential figures, historical icons, and everyday heroes. Whether you're fascinated by the journeys of world leaders, artists, athletes, or pioneers, our biographies offer deep insights into their challenges and triumphs. Explore heartfelt and personal tales in memoirs that capture unique experiences, emotions, and lessons. Perfect for readers seeking motivation, history, or a deeper understanding of remarkable lives to discover stories that resonate and inspire.
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Hitler'S Last Witness - Rosch Misch
After being seriously wounded in the 1939 Polish campaign, Rochus Misch was invited to join Hitler's SS-bodyguard. There he served until the wars e...
View full detailsIsaac Newton (Genius) - Isabel Munoz
A new series of illustrated books specifically designed for children in elementary education, narrating the stories of those great historical figur...
View full detailsEnough Horizon: The Life And Work Of Blanche Baughan - Carol Markwell
One of the first writers to speak with an authentic New Zealand voice, Blanche Edith Baughan (1870-1958) was known as a poet and local travel write...
View full detailsBiographic: Kahlo: Great Lives in Graphic Form - Sophie Collins
Many people know that Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a Mexican artist, a feminist icon who lived in the famous Blue House and whose work includes The ...
View full detailsUnApologetically Me | Bree Tomasel
Summary Author Description Specs Known and loved by her many New Zealand and Aust...
View full detailsDame Suzy D: My Story | Susan Devoy
Summary Author Description Specs A four-time world squash champion, Dame Susan De...
View full detailsDon't Dream It's Over: The remarkable life of Neil Finn | Jeff Apter
Summary Author Description Specs Don't Dream It's Over is the first biography to ...
View full detailsIn the Wars | Waheed Arian
Summary Specs 'A thrilling and absorbing read from first to last. What a life and wh...
View full detailsStill Standing | Jessica Quinn
Summary Specs Jess Quinn's inspirational memoir tells her story of losing her leg to...
View full detailsOwning It - The Ride that Changed my Life | Brad Smeele
Summary Author Description Specs Deeply thoughtful, honest and riveting story of ...
View full detailsFaking It: My Life in Transition | Kyle Mewburn
Summary Specs Kyle Mewburn grew up in the sunburnt, unsophisticated Brisbane suburbs...
View full detailsLost and Found - My Story of Heartbreak and Hope | Toni Street
Summary Specs Toni Street's easy on-air style and warm personality has made her a fi...
View full detailsOne Minute Crying Time | Barbara Ewing
Summary Author Description Specs This vivid memoir by well-known New Zealand acto...
View full detailsPrison Break: The Extraordinary Life and Crimes of New Zealand's Most Infamous Escapee | Arthur Taylor
Summary Specs The extraordinary true story behind New Zealand's most infamous career...
View full detailsStories of Hope - Finding Inspiration in Everyday Lives | Heather Morris
Summary Reviews Author Description Specs Heather Morris, author of the interna...
View full detailsMaori Boy: A Memoir of Childhood | Witi Ihimaera
Summary Author Description Specs This is the first volume of Witi Ihimaera's enth...
View full detailsHine Toa: A Story of Bravery | Ngāhuia Te Awekōtuku
Summary Reviews Author Description Specs An incredible memoir by a trailblazi...
View full detailsSteve Hansen: The Legacy | Gregor Paul
Summary Specs The making of a New Zealand coaching great Between the years 2012 and ...
View full detailsUnveiled: A story of surviving Gloriavale | Theophila Pratt
Summary Specs Theophila Pratt was born Honey Faithful in Gloriavale, the fundamenta...
View full detailsSociopath: A Memoir | Patric Gagne
Summary Specs 'Your friends would probably describe me as nice. But guess what? I c...
View full detailsYou Can't Stop the Sun from Shining | Sonny Bill Williams, Alan Duff
Summary Specs For the first time ever, sporting legend Sonny Bill Williams is tellin...
View full detailsThis Much is True | Miriam Margolyes
Summary Specs 'There is no one on earth quite so wonderful' STEPHEN FRY BAFTA-winnin...
View full detailsJapanese Portraits: Pictures of Different People - Donald Richie
These private recollections of longtime Japan resident and Japanese culture expert Donald Richie capture the personalities of the Japanese people w...
View full detailsNeeds Adult Supervision | Emily Writes | Paperback Edition
Summary Specs Notes Ever thought 'I wish there w...
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