True stories Books

In The Missing Macleans, Geoffrey Hoard tells the story of the mysterious disappearance of a Scottish family from their remote estate. Through a combination of investigative journalism and personal accounts from those close to the family, Hoard weaves a...

This biography is a compelling and comprehensive study of the life and career of General Lafayette, one of America's most celebrated heroes. From his early days as a teenage volunteer in the Revolutionary War to his pivotal role in securing French...

Questo libro contiene informazioni dettagliate sulla vita e la carriera di Eugenio Stockalper de la Tour, un maresciallo di campo svizzero che ha servito nell'esercito piemontese. Inoltre, il libro include iscrizioni memoriali e l'orazione funebre...

Un livre fascinant qui examine la collection Hoffman, une collection de crânes et de cerveaux de grands criminels de Vienne. Écrit par les frères Benedikt, ce livre examine les caractéristiques physiques des criminels et explore les liens entre la...

Baron de Cornot raconte son parcours au cours duquel il a servi sous Napoléon Bonaparte, puis sous la Restauration et Louis-Philippe. Ses mémoires présentent un aperçu fascinant de la vie politique et militaire en France au XIXe siècle.This work has been...

Delve into the dramatic courtroom proceedings of one of Pennsylvania's most notorious murder trials with this compelling account of the case of Commonwealth vs. Thomas Munley. Franklin B. Gowen's passionate argument for the prosecution is a riveting read...

Published in 1896, this biography of Revolutionary War hero Israel Putnam traces his life from his early days as a farmer to his career as a soldier and public figure. With a focus on Putnam's military achievements and his role in shaping the nascent...

This powerful memoir by Béla Balázs, a Hungarian writer and soldier who served in World War I, provides a first-hand account of the horrors of war and its impact on the human psyche. With haunting illustrations by József Divéki, this book is a profound...

This book is a heart-wrenching account of Corporal Charles Smedley's experience as a prisoner of war in southern prisons during the Civil War. Smedley was captured during the Battle of the Wilderness in 1864 and his diary provides a unique and personal...

This meticulously researched biography of Nathan Hale offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this heroic figure in American history. Drawing on primary source documents and interviews with Hale's family and fellow soldiers, the author...

This biography provides a fascinating insight into the life and career of Lord Horatio Kitchener, a celebrated British military commander and statesman. Kitchener's career spanned several decades and included service in conflicts in Sudan, South Africa,...

Dieses Buch enthält die Denkwürdigkeiten aus dem Leben des rühmlichen Feldmarschalls Fürsten Carl zu Schwarzenberg. Die neue Ausgabe von Anton Prokesch von Osten befasst sich mit den wichtigen Ereignissen aus dem Leben Schwarzenbergs, seinen...

Diese Biografie erzählt die Geschichte von Franz Kinsky, einem österreichischen Feldzeugmeister und Militärakademieleiter im 19. Jahrhundert. Das Buch enthält eine detaillierte Beschreibung von Kinskys Karriere und Leben.This work has been selected by...

Ce livre raconte l'histoire fascinante du général Lejeune, qui a servi sous les ordres de Napoléon Bonaparte et qui a participé à de nombreuses batailles de la campagne napoléonienne. Écrit avec une perspective personnelle, le livre offre un aperçu...

Experience the adventures of a spy in the Civil War through Edward C Downs' first-hand account of his experiences as a government scout. Follow along as Downs journeys through the dangers and perils of his work, and witness the bravery and cunning he...

Le Général Amedee de la Harpe is a biography of the Swiss military leader and political figure, Amedee de la Harpe. The book is written by Edouard Secretan and provides an in-depth account of de la Harpe's life, his role as an officer in the Swiss army,...

Thomas Kilby Smith was a Union general in the American Civil War, who played a key role in the campaigns to capture Fort Donelson and Vicksburg. In this volume, his nephew, Walter George Smith, provides a fascinating account of his life and military...

A biographical account of Confederate general Thomas J. 'Stonewall' Jackson, examining his military tactics, personal virtues, and religious convictions. Written by John W. Daniel, a Virginia senator and former Confederate soldier who knew Jackson...

This firsthand account of life as a midshipman in colonial New Zealand offers a vivid glimpse into a turbulent period of the region's history. With detailed descriptions of battles, encounters with indigenous peoples, and the challenges of life at sea,...

This book offers a detailed look into the life and achievements of Charles Henry Davis, an important figure in the history of the United States Navy. Spanning from Davis's early life in Massachusetts to his service during the Civil War and beyond, this...

This memoir compiles the life experiences of Sir Charles Paget, a British naval officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars. Paget was a highly decorated officer who received numerous honors and awards during his career, including the Prussian Order of...

Enrico della Rocca was an Italian soldier who fought in the Napoleonic Wars and later served as an officer in the Italian army. His memoir provides a vivid account of life on the battlefield and the challenges of military service in the 19th century...

The Journal of Isaac Senter is a fascinating first-hand account of the American Revolutionary War from the perspective of a young physician. Senter's diary details his experiences treating wounded soldiers from both sides of the conflict, as well as his...

The Caillaux Drama is a gripping account of Henriette Caillaux's 1914 murder trial in France, which captivated the nation. The scandalous story involves a prominent politician's wife, a journalist, and a forbidden affair that ultimately led to a shocking...

Join Robert Blakeney, a subaltern in the Peninsular War, as he recounts his incredible adventures, battles, surrenders, and escapes in this thrilling memoir.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...

This book is a memoir of the author's experiences as a British soldier during the First World War and its aftermath. It provides a vivid and poignant account of the human face of war, the realities of combat, and the impact of war on soldiers and...

This book provides a historical perspective on crime and criminals from 1876-1910. It examines the social, economic, and political factors that contributed to the rise of criminal activities during this period. The author discusses the impact of crime on...

The diary of a French army chaplain who served during World War I, detailing his experiences and observations both on and off the battlefield.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

Get an inside look into the world of law enforcement with the Douglas 20 Police Journal. This fascinating volume includes articles, photographs, and personal narratives from police officers in San Francisco during the late 1920s.This work has been...

This book is a biography of Nathan Hale, an American soldier and spy during the Revolutionary War, written by Henry Phelps Johnston. The book examines Hale's life and legacy, including his famous last words, 'I only regret that I have but one life to...

In this memoir, retired army colonel J. Robson Scott recounts his experiences serving in India, China, and elsewhere in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He also writes about his passion for hunting and fishing.This work has been selected by...

Leaves from the Diary of an Officer of the Guards is a fascinating firsthand account of military life in 19th-century Britain. Sir J.S. Cowell-Stepney served in the Coldstream Guards, and his diary entries provide insight into the daily routines and...

This biography pays tribute to General Benedict, who fought and died during the Civil War. The book includes a detailed account of Benedict's military career, as well as personal recollections from family members and fellow soldiers. It is a fitting...

Dieses Buch enthält eine Sammlung von Gerichtsakten für einige der spektakulärsten Kriminalfälle des 19. Jahrhunderts. Der Autor schildert detailliert die Umstände jedes Verbrechens und den Verlauf des Gerichtsverfahrens. Es ist ein Muss für jeden...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

What makes a racketeer? What drives men to operate outside the confines of a society that pretends to abhor racketeers yet pays homage to the individuals who flaunt society's conventions? Rise and Fall of a Racketeer, soars above the mundane and not only...

40 years ago, a young man embarked on a journey, which has led him to this book. Within it, there is a collection of experiences that give examples of leadership at its most critical point. Rear Admiral Slavonic began his Navy career at the very bottom...

Pat Garrett, the Wild West's most famous lawman - the man who killed Billy the Kid - was himself killed on leap day, February 29, 1908.Who killed him?Was it murder?Was it self-defense?No biographer of Garrett has been able to answer these questions...

This outstanding book tells the stories of eight courageous women through diaries, letters, photos, paintings and specially drawn maps. These women had the courage and strength for which the Anzacs are renown and the compassion and tenderness that only a...

A citizen of America's "Greatest Generation" transcends the decades to paint a portrait of life before the internet, shopping malls, fast food restaurants, and the family car. In a simpler time of our rural past, this farm girl approaches life with a...

The true story of a 1970's youth, who follows his dream to fly Marine Corps fighters! Surprisingly, he earns both Air Force and Navy Wings and is catapulted into the cockpit of the extraordinary, supersonic, McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom!Shadow's tale...

Praise for William Wasserman:"Perennial favorite William Wasserman is back with his sixth book. The stories from this retired 32-year veteran conservation officer just keep coming and are as entertaining and enlightening as ever. Wildlife Guardian is...

From his boyhood days in the Hill Country of Central Texas to the apogee of his career as Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific, Chester W. Nimitz reflected the best qualities of his German-European heritage and the frontier society of his native land.These...

Following the discovery of the decapitated corpse of Arthur Rochford Manby in his nineteen-room mansion in Taos, New Mexico, there quickly arose two schools of thought as to the event. One sect accepted that he was gruesomely murdered, while the second...

than any of the others in this collection. They represent a merging of academic interest with a commitment to environmental activism which occu"ed after several years of research conducted under the wing of the New York State...

What Americans call the Vietnam War actually began in December 1946 with a struggle between the communists and the French for possession of the country--but Vietnam's strategic position in southeast Asia inevitably led to the involvement of other...