Browsing: Biographies and Memoirs

In this “astonishing and deeply moving story” (Booklist), a National Book Award–winning author shares the tale of her two grandmothers — Jewish women whose lives were transformed by the Holocaust, Stalin, and communism — and how they found a sustaining friendship with one another.

The reckless heir to the Horseshoe Club fortune, fifty-five-year-old Vegas casino boss Ted Binion lived the high life constantly teetering…

A New York Times bestseller! Natalie Wood starred in classic films like Rebel Without A Cause and charmed Hollywood icons from James Dean to Frank Sinatra. But her glamorous image was marred by emotional turbulence, complex relationships — and her mysterious death… “Gripping” (The New York Times Book Review).

When Ryan O’Neal met Charlie’s Angels star Farrah Fawcett, they began a 30 year-long passionate and emotional odyssey. The Academy Award–nominated actor shares his candid memories of their love and life together in this New York Times bestseller.

A riveting history from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Boys in the Boat: Follow the infamous Donner Party as they set out across the country — and resort to the unthinkable to survive a winter trapped in the mountains. “Remarkable… Hard to put down” (The Seattle Times).

“Compelling and well-told” (Booklist): After a fertility clinic mistake, a woman learned she was carrying another couple’s baby — and she and her husband made a decision that tested their hearts, their faith, and their marriage. A “remarkably honest, emotion-filled” memoir (New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Zaslow).

From a New York Times bestselling author: This delightful book chronicles the 1994 theft of Edvard Munch’s The Scream — and the recovery efforts of art detective and undercover cop Charley Hill. “An entertaining account” (Time) with nearly 600 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

A #1 New York Times bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club pick with over 2,900 five-star ratings on Goodreads! This stunning personal narrative recounts the life of an iconic American actor. “Much more than another celebrity memoir… Highly recommended” (Library Journal).

This New York Times bestseller provides an eye-opening look at the women who influenced America’s Founding Fathers. “Wonderful stories… If only our standard history books were written with such flair!” (Publishers Weekly).

A New York Times bestseller: As a girl, Clara survived the Nazi occupation of Poland by hiding in a secret bunker with 17 other people. Her memoir is “a gripping thriller and a heartbreaking drama… A classic of Holocaust history” (Booklist starred review).