Biography and Memoir

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Desert Solitaire

4.2

A profound and poetic exploration of solitude and nature, Edward Abbey's 'Desert Solitaire' captures the raw beauty and harsh realities of l…

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One Pair of Hands

4.0

Monica Dickens' hilarious and heartwarming memoir of her early 1930s adventures as a cook-general, navigating the chaos of domestic work and…

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Far Away and Long Ago

3.2

W. H. Hudson's lyrical memoir transports readers to the Argentine Pampas, blending nostalgia, nature, and cultural identity in a timeless ex…

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My Place

4.0

A poignant journey of self-discovery and family history that unfolds like a mystery, revealing the untold stories of the author's mother and…

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In My Own Way

4.0

A candid and introspective memoir that offers a rare glimpse into the life and mind of a legendary artist, revealing the personal struggles …

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The Salt Path

4.5

A heart-wrenching and uplifting true story of love, loss, and the healing power of nature, as a couple embarks on a 630-mile journey along t…

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A Paper Life

3.5

A candid autobiography of Tatum O'Neal, the youngest Oscar winner, detailing her rise in Hollywood, personal struggles, and journey to sobri…

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My Life So Far

4.0

Jane Fonda's candid memoir reveals the highs and lows of her extraordinary life, from her tumultuous relationships to her political activism…

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Mommie Dearest

4.1

A harrowing memoir of abuse and survival, Christina Crawford's 'Mommie Dearest' exposes the dark truth behind her adoptive mother, Hollywood…

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Shoe Dog

4.6

From a $50 loan to a $30 billion empire, Phil Knight's memoir reveals the gritty, inspiring journey behind Nike's iconic swoosh.

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Lit

4.3

A raw and unflinching memoir of a woman's battle with alcoholism and her journey to redemption.

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Blackout

4.4

A raw and humorous memoir about one woman's journey through alcohol addiction and the unexpected freedom she finds in sobriety.

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Dry

4.0

Augusten Burroughs' hilarious and raw memoir takes you through his journey from a life of excess to the harsh realities of rehab, revealing …

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Beautiful Boy

4.0

A father's harrowing journey through his son's addiction to crystal meth, capturing the emotional rollercoaster of love, despair, and hope.

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Down the Drain

3.7

Julia Fox's unfiltered autobiography takes you on a rollercoaster journey from outcast to icon, revealing her shocking life and unrelenting …