Browsing: Biographies and Memoirs

From a New York Times bestselling author comes an “insightful and compelling” biography (USA Today): Explore the life of Isabella of England, one of history’s most dynamic queens, who toppled her own husband from his throne. “Gripping… a highly readable tour de force” (The Washington Post Book World).

From a #1 New York Times bestselling author comes the epic true story of the 1956 Hungarian uprising — and the daring escape that followed. “Precise, vivid… Immeasurably stirring” (The Atlantic).

Randy Christensen has devoted his career to treating the homeless children who wander the streets of Phoenix, Arizona. This “sensitive and moving” memoir (New York Times bestselling author Lisa Sanders) paints an unforgettable picture of one doctor’s efforts to care for his city’s most vulnerable.

Raised in a completely isolated Old Order Amish community, Ruth faced persecution when she fell in love with an outsider and chose to leave. Her powerful memoir “lifts the veil from one of the most private, most fascinating Christian sects… A wonderful tale of self-discovery” (Booklist).

How did a self-taught painter from New Jersey hoodwink the FBI and fool the world with his fake masterpieces? An infamous forger tells his unbelievable story in this engaging memoir. “Astonishing… By turns horrifying and hilarious” (The Wall Street Journal).

Every time Bill Bryson walks out the door, memorable travel literature threatens to break out. This time in Australia.His previous…

A New York Times bestseller: Award-winning actress Ashley Judd shares stories of her humanitarian efforts, including how her own mental healing allowed her to care for others. “An absorbing memoir of challenge, courage, and renewal” (Library Journal).

A “spellbinding” winner of the National Book Award (People): Before she became a famed performer, Patti Smith was a girl from New Jersey who discovered a new world in New York City… “A heartbreakingly sweet recollection” (The Boston Globe).

With over 8,600 five-star Goodreads ratings: This New York Times bestseller offers witty and revealing insights into the restaurant industry and food culture from the late, renowned chef Anthony Bourdain. “Anyone who starts the book is liable to lose all control and simply gobble it right up” (The Washington Post).

The autobiography of the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie.