Dictionary of African Biography, Volume 2 (Brath–Haile), edited by Emmanuel K. Akyeampong and Henry Louis Gates, Jr., is part of a comprehensive six-volume reference work that documents the lives and contributions of influential figures from across the African continent. Published by Oxford University Press in 2012, this volume contains authoritative biographical entries on important African …
This book explores the defining early-life moments of great leaders before they rose to worldwide prominence. Through engaging narrative profiles, Edwin Kiester Jr. highlights pivotal events, personal challenges, and transformative experiences that shaped their character and future achievements. The work offers insightful biographical sketches that reveal how extraordinary individuals were mold…
No Man's Land: The Last of White Africa is a memoir and travelogue by John Heminway that depicts the life, decline, and sociopolitical changes experienced by white settler communities in East Africa in the late 20th century. Heminway travels through various regions of East Africa, meeting key figures, and uncovering the dynamics of relations between white communities and local Africans after th…
“Instead of Arms” is an autobiographical work by Swedish writer Gustaf Hellström, presenting a reflective account of his personal life, intellectual development, and experiences during a turbulent period in European history. Through intimate narrative and introspective passages, Hellström explores themes of identity, conflict, moral struggle, and the role of the writer in society. The boo…
My Life is the autobiography of Grand Admiral Erich Raeder, one of the most influential figures in the German navy in the first half of the 20th century. It chronicles his life from his military training through his involvement in the rebuilding of the German fleet, to his role as commander of the Kriegsmarine during World War II. Raeder offers a personal perspective on naval warfare strategy, …
Reminiscences of Hồ Chí Minh is a collection of personal stories, memories, and accounts from individuals who worked closely with President Hồ Chí Minh throughout different periods of the Vietnamese revolutionary struggle. The book offers intimate insights into Hồ Chí Minh’s character, leadership style, daily habits, moral principles, and his relationship with the people around him. …
Hồ Chí Minh: The Nation and the Times, 1911–1946 offers an in-depth exploration of the formative years of Hồ Chí Minh, focusing on his early travels, political awakening, and the development of his revolutionary ideology. The book examines the historical context of Vietnam under French colonial rule, the rise of nationalist movements, and Hồ Chí Minh’s influential role in shaping V…
This biography by David Hirst and Irene Beeson offers an in-depth and critical study of Anwar el-Sadat, the third president of Egypt and one of the most controversial leaders of the modern Middle East. The book traces Sadat’s early life, his role in the Free Officers Movement, and his unexpected rise to the presidency following the death of Gamal Abdel Nasser. It examines his political transf…
Reminiscences of Hồ Chí Minh presents a collection of personal stories and memories narrated by Hồ Chí Minh’s closest assistants, colleagues, and staff. The book reveals intimate and lesser-known aspects of Hồ Chí Minh’s personality, leadership style, moral character, and daily life during the years of revolutionary struggle. Through firsthand accounts, readers gain insight into hi…
This book presents the life story and rise of General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma, one of Nigeria’s most influential military figures. Written by journalist and author Lindsay Barrett, the biography explores Danjuma’s early life, military career, and his pivotal role in key political events in Nigeria, including the civil war and the restructuring of the nation’s armed forces. Through inter…