Biography & True Stories

Jeremy Bowen, the BBC's International Editor, provides a comprehensive overview of the Middle East's history and its current complexities. Drawing ...

This book details the life of Benjamin Zephaniah, a poet and activist known for his political and musical poetry. It recounts his experiences from ...

This memoir continues the story of Anne Glenconner's life, offering candid reflections and humorous anecdotes. She shares insights from her upbring...

This book is George Orwell's personal account of his experiences in the Spanish Civil War. Arriving in Spain in 1936, he joins the Republican army ...

Wildlife filmmaker Tom Mustill investigates the science of animal communication after a life-threatening encounter with a whale. His journey explor...

This memoir recounts Alex Scott's journey from the football cages of East London to becoming a prominent broadcaster. It explores her resilience an...

In this reflection on life, a retired brain surgeon faces his own advanced cancer diagnosis. Transitioning from doctor to patient, he confronts the...

This autobiography provides an insight into the life of Malorie Blackman, one of Britain's most prominent children's authors. It covers her upbring...

Nothing But The Truth is a memoir that chronicles the author's journey from a supporter of harsh legal policies to a well-known advocate for justic...

This book challenges the oversimplified view of Africa often presented in media. It addresses harmful stereotypes by providing a nuanced portrait o...

This book follows Toby Carr as he attempts to sea kayak the regions covered by the Shipping Forecast. He navigates both the challenges of the sea a...

This biography explores the life of cyclist Beryl Burton, who dominated her sport like few others. Known as BB, she excelled in time trials and hel...

This book investigates the migrant crisis in North Africa and its devastating impact on refugees. It shares personal stories of individuals facing ...

Tina Turner shares her life story in this candid autobiography. She recounts her childhood in Nutbush, Tennessee, her rise to fame with Ike Turner,...

This memoir explores the complex relationship between Raja Shehadeh and his father, Aziz, a lawyer and political activist. Aziz resisted oppression...

This book offers a candid account of a young English waiter's life in Paris, revealing the harsh realities of working in the city's bustling restau...

A.J. Liebling presents a vivid account of his culinary experiences in 1920s Paris, guided by his friend Yves Mirande. He shares his love for food a...