Biographies and Autobiographies Books
Beginner
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
A poignant account of a young girl's life during the Holocaust.
Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela
The inspiring story of Nelson Mandela's journey from prisoner to President.
Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson
A comprehensive biography of the co-founder of Apple Inc.
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
A powerful autobiography about overcoming adversity.
The Story of My Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi
The autobiography of the leader of India's independence movement.
Becoming by Michelle Obama
The former First Lady's memoir about her life and experiences.
Educated by Tara Westover
A memoir about a woman who grew up in a strict and abusive household in rural Idaho but eventually escaped to learn about the wider world through education.
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls
A memoir of resilience and redemption, and a look into a deeply dysfunctional family.
Open by Andre Agassi
The autobiography of tennis legend Andre Agassi, detailing his struggles and triumphs.
Bossypants by Tina Fey
A hilarious and insightful memoir by the comedian and actress.
Intermediate
Einstein: His Life and Universe by Walter Isaacson
A detailed biography of the theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity.
Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin
An exploration of Abraham Lincoln's leadership and his cabinet.
The Wright Brothers by David McCullough
The story of the brothers who invented the first successful airplane.
Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow
The biography that inspired the hit Broadway musical "Hamilton."
Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson
A comprehensive biography of the co-founder of Apple Inc.
John Adams by David McCullough
A biography of the second President of the United States.
The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris
A detailed account of the early life of the 26th President of the United States.
Churchill: A Life by Martin Gilbert
A comprehensive biography of Winston Churchill, the British Prime Minister during World War II.
Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson
A biography of the quintessential Renaissance man, Leonardo da Vinci.
Advanced
The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X and Alex Haley
An in-depth look at the life and philosophy of the influential African American leader.
Einstein: His Life and Universe by Walter Isaacson
A detailed biography of the theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity.
Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin
An exploration of Abraham Lincoln's leadership and his cabinet.
Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow
The biography that inspired the hit Broadway musical "Hamilton."
The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris
A detailed account of the early life of the 26th President of the United States.
Churchill: A Life by Martin Gilbert
A comprehensive biography of Winston Churchill, the British Prime Minister during World War II.
Gandhi: An Autobiography - The Story of My Experiments With Truth by Mahatma Gandhi
The autobiography of the leader of India's independence movement, detailing his personal and political struggles.
Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman by Robert K. Massie
An extensive biography of the Russian Empress Catherine the Great.
The Years of Lyndon Johnson by Robert Caro
A multi-volume biography of the 36th President of the United States, Lyndon B. Johnson.
A Life of Picasso by John Richardson
A detailed multi-volume biography of the legendary artist Pablo Picasso.