Books tagged with Non-Fiction[79 found]
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The Englishwoman in America
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A fearless traveler crosses the Atlantic and rides rough stages, lake steamers, and prairie wagons through the raw United States—Boston parlors to frontier cabins, Niagara’s spray to Rocky Mountain snows. With sharp, curious eyes she weighs manners, politics, faith, and food, meeting strangers who prove America’s contradictions: restless, generous, harsh, and endlessly surprising.
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Notes on Old Edinburgh
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vivid portrait of Scotland’s historic capital, capturing its winding streets, grand architecture, and the spirit of its people. Through sharp observation and affectionate detail, it brings to life the city’s legends, contrasts, and timeless charm, preserving the character of old Edinburgh for generations to come.
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The Golden Chersonese and the Way Thither
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A daring journey unfolds through the lush jungles and bustling ports of nineteenth-century Southeast Asia. With keen eyes and fearless spirit, a traveler captures the beauty, danger, and wonder of lands rarely seen by Westerners, revealing a vivid portrait of cultures, landscapes, and the courage to explore the unknown.
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A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A fearless Englishwoman explores the untamed Rocky Mountains in the 1870s, riding solo through rugged peaks and frontier towns. Her vivid letters capture thrilling encounters with outlaws, wildlife, and settlers, blending adventure with sharp insights into a wild, changing West
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Among the Tibetans
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A vivid travel memoir tracing a daring journey through the rugged Tibetan highlands. The narrator braves treacherous trails, icy rivers, and remote monasteries, immersing in the vibrant culture and spiritual life of the Tibetan people. With keen observation, the account captures their customs, resilience, and mystique, painting an evocative portrait of a land both enchanting and untamed.
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The Hawaiian Archipelago
by Isabella L. Bird
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A journey through the islands’ volcanic landscapes, lush valleys, and vibrant cultures reveals the beauty and complexity of Hawaii in the 19th century. Observations of nature, society, and adventure paint a vivid portrait of an archipelago both enchanting and untamed.
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The Mighty Deep: And What We Know of It
by Agnes Giberne
Categories: Non-Fiction » Education & Study Guides
Dive into the mysteries of the ocean in this captivating exploration of its wonders and secrets. Blending science and storytelling, it reveals the power, beauty, and life hidden beneath the waves, inspiring awe for the vast world below.
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The People of the Abyss
by Jack London
Categories: Non-Fiction » Social Science
A stark and immersive account of life in the slums of early 20th-century London, exposing poverty, suffering, and social injustice. Through vivid observation, it reveals the struggles, resilience, and humanity of those living on society’s margins.
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A Lady of England: The Life and Letters of Charlotte Maria Tucker
by Agnes Giberne
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
A spirited Victorian woman writes cherished children's tales under a pseudonym, weaving adventure and faith. At 54, she becomes a missionary in India, embracing Punjabi culture to uplift the marginalized. Her letters reveal a life of sacrifice and joy, inspiring readers with her quest for purpose
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True Stories of Girl Heroines
by Evelyn Everett-Green
Categories: Non-Fiction » Biography
Across battlefields, sickrooms, stormy coasts and burning cities, real girls step forward when adults falter—carrying messages under fire, guarding secrets, nursing the wounded, and defying bullies, soldiers and storms. Their true adventures reveal how courage, faith and quick wits can blaze from the smallest, seemingly weakest hearts.
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Serbia: A Sketch
by Helen Leah Reed
Categories: Non-Fiction » Travel
A vivid portrayal of a nation’s spirit, history, and culture, offering insight into its people and struggles. Through keen observation and thoughtful reflection, it captures the resilience, traditions, and aspirations that define a country at a pivotal moment in its story.
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My Memoirs, Vol. II, 1822 to 1825
by Alexandre Dumas
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
The book is the second volume of Dumas’ autobiography which continues his life story, covering the years 1822 to 1825, a formative period in his early adulthood.
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My Memoirs, Vol. III, 1826 to 1830
by Alexandre Dumas
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
The book is the third volume of Alexandre Dumas’ autobiography which continues his life story, covering the years 1826 to 1830, a critical period in his early literary career.
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The army behind the army
by E. Alexander Powell
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A revealing account of the crucial support forces that sustain armies in wartime. Through vivid storytelling, it highlights strategy, logistics, and the often-overlooked men and efforts behind military campaigns, offering insight into the machinery of war.
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My Memoirs, Vol. I, 1802 to 1821
by Alexandre Dumas
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vivid chronicle of a restless youth set against the backdrop of post-revolutionary France. With passion, humor, and unflinching honesty, the narrator recounts his struggles, ambitions, and adventures, revealing the making of a storyteller whose life brims with the same color and drama as his later creations.
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Celebrated Crimes
by Alexandre Dumas
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A gripping series of true crime tales unveils the dark underbelly of history’s most infamous deeds. From Renaissance poisoners to cunning bandits, each story delves into the motives and machinations of notorious figures. Set across vivid European backdrops, this chilling collection blends drama and fact, exposing the twisted hearts and daring schemes that shaped a shadowy past.
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The Road to Glory
by E. Alexander Powell
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
An American war correspondent travels the length of the Western Front with the poilus, from the Marne taxis and Champagne craters to Vosges outposts and hospital wards. He records mud and bombardment, village courage, and the machinery that keeps an army alive, tracing how a battered nation turns endurance into counterattack—and why its quiet heroism matters more than headlines.
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The Last Frontier: The White Man's War for Civilisation in Africa
by E. Alexander Powell
Categories: Non-Fiction » History
A vivid and detailed account of colonial conflicts in Africa, exploring the struggles, strategies, and encounters that defined the frontier. Through accounts of battle, diplomacy, and cultural clashes, the narrative examines the ambitions, challenges, and consequences of expansion and “civilization.”
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Little Wars
by H. G. Wells
Categories: Non-Fiction » Education & Study Guides
A fascination with strategy and imagination comes alive as miniature armies clash across tabletop battlefields. Beyond the toys, the story explores the nature of conflict, leadership, and human ingenuity, showing how play can mirror the tactics, triumphs, and follies of real war.
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Writings in the United Amateur, 1915-1922
by H. P. Lovecraft
Categories: Non-Fiction » Literary Criticism
A young enthusiast of the amateur press movement hones his voice through essays, reviews, and imaginative musings that chart his growth from eager newcomer to confident stylist. These pieces reveal his evolving passions, sharp opinions, and fascination with history, culture, and the weird, offering a glimpse of a restless mind finding its direction.
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