Collection: Biographies & Autobiographies
Discover vintage and antique biographies and autobiographies that reveal the lives and achievements of extraordinary people throughout history. Perfect for collectors, book lovers, and those seeking inspiration from real lives.
Explore real lives and remarkable stories with our collection of vintage and antique biographies and autobiographies. These collectable books offer a window into the experiences of extraordinary individuals from all walks of life, spanning centuries of history and achievement. Whether you’re interested in the lives of historical figures, artists, explorers, or leaders, you’ll find inspiring and insightful volumes to add to your collection.
Discover Inspiring Lives in Antique and Vintage Biographies
Biographies and autobiographies are more than just books. They provide personal perspectives, unique insights, and a deeper understanding of the people who shaped our world.
Explore Our Collection of Vintage and Antique Biographies and Autobiographies
Find vintage biographies, antique autobiographies for sale, and rare memoirs from every era in our collection. Browse works on statesmen, artists, scientists, and more. Looking for something specific? Use our search function to find books by title, era, or individual. You might also enjoy exploring our British History Books or our Naval and Military History collection.
All of our books are carefully sourced and clearly described, so you can buy with confidence.
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The Enigmatic Edwardian The Life of Reginald, 2nd Viscount Esher By James Lees-Milne 1986
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Stop The World The Autobiography of Winnie Ewing By Winnie Ewing 2004
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Memories and Friends by A. C. Benson 1924
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The Life of Sir Walter Scott by John Gibson Lockhart 1904
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The Poetical Works of John Keats, edited with an introduction and textual notes by H. Buxton Forman, 1937
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The Rescue of Emin Pasha, The Story of Henry M. Stanley and the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, 1887-1889 by Roger Jones 1972
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Diesels, A Driver's Reminiscences by L. C. Jacks 1982 (Modern Transport Memoir)
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F. C. B. Cadell by Alice Strang 2011 (Modern Art Biography)
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Doctor in the House by Richard Gordon 1952 (Vintage Medical Humour Book)
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Fanny Burney, Her Life 1752-1840 by Kate Chisholm 1998 (Modern Biography Book)
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Centuries of Female Days, Englishwomen's Private Diaries by Harriet Blodgett 1989 (Modern Social History Book)
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Haig The Painter by Douglas Hall (Art Biography Book, 2003)
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Oliver Cromwell by John Morley (Antique Biography Book, 1900)
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Maxims and Reflections of the Rt. Hon. Winston S. Churchill (Quotes Book, 1947)
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Dinosaur Down Below! The Adventures of a Foreign-Going Paddle-Boat Man by Ian W. Muir (Memoir Book, 1980)
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Highland Homespun by Margaret Leigh (Scottish Memoir Book, 1937)
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The Theological Works of Thomas Paine (Rare Antique Religion & Philosophy Book, 1840)
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Samuel Butler, Author of Erewhon (1835-1902) A Memoir by Henry Festing Jones, Volume I (Biography Book, 1920)
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Tomorrow Will Be A Good Day by Captain Tom (Memoir Book, 2020)
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Charles Bukowski by Barry Miles (Biography Book, 2005)
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Nancy Wake, The story of a very brave woman by Russell Braddon (WWII Biography Book, 1956)
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Adventures of Louis De Rougemont As Told by Himself (Antique Autobiography, 1899)
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Facts and Features of My Life by Sir George Franckenstein (First Edition Autobiography, 1939)
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Theodore Roosevelt an Intimate Biography by William Roscoe Thayer
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