Elizabeth Taylor
Kate Andersen Brower
A captivating biography of Elizabeth Taylor, exploring her extraordinary life, iconic film career, tumultuous relationships, and groundbreaking activism. From her early days as a child star to her later years as a passionate advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness, this intimate portrait reveals the complex woman behind the glamorous facade.
Elizabeth the Queen
Sally Bedell Smith
A revealing biography of Queen Elizabeth II, exploring her character, personality, and the unique role she has played as the longest-reigning monarch in British history. From her surprising private side to her unwavering sense of duty, discover the woman behind the crown and her enduring impact on the world.
Everything I Know About Love
Dolly Alderton
A witty and heartfelt memoir about growing up, dating, and the enduring power of female friendship. Dolly Alderton shares her experiences with love, loss, and everything in between, offering a relatable and hilarious take on modern life.
Finding Me
Viola Davis
In this intimate and powerful memoir, Viola Davis takes us on a journey from her impoverished childhood in Rhode Island to her celebrated career as an award-winning actress. With raw honesty and vulnerability, she shares her struggles with poverty, abuse, and self-doubt, and how she found the courage to overcome them and embrace her true self. A story of resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of embracing one's past.
First They Killed My Father
Loung Ung
A harrowing and poignant memoir of a young girl's survival during the Cambodian genocide under the Khmer Rouge regime. Loung Ung recounts her experiences of displacement, loss, and resilience as she navigates the brutal realities of war and political upheaval. A powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
Matthew Perry
In this unflinchingly honest and surprisingly funny memoir, Matthew Perry takes us behind the scenes of his extraordinary life, battling addiction while becoming one of the most beloved sitcom stars of all time. From his childhood longing for a stable family to his rise to fame on Friends and his near-death experience, Perry lays bare his darkest moments and celebrates the enduring power of hope and friendship. A must-read for anyone who has ever struggled with addiction or felt alone in the world.
From Silk to Silicon
Jeffrey E. Garten
Explore the captivating story of globalization through the lives of ten extraordinary individuals who shaped our interconnected world. From Genghis Khan to Margaret Thatcher, discover the untold stories of those who defied the odds and left an indelible mark on history.
G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century
Beverly Gage
**Bold**A comprehensive biography of J. Edgar Hoover, exploring his rise to power as the head of the FBI and his lasting impact on American politics and culture. It delves into his complex character, his conservative values, and his controversial methods, revealing the man behind the legend and his role in shaping the 20th century.