Non-fiction

Category: Biography

The books here are listed alphabetically by authors' surnames.

by Laura Freeman
A beautiful exploration into the world of Jim Edie and all he created at Kettle's Yard.
by Anna Funder
A wonderful, rich, multi-faceted peek into the life of Eileen O'Shaughnessy, wife of George Orwell who contributed much more than has previously been acknowledged.
by Hope Jahren
A story of a life in science exploring the wonders of plants and trees. Compelling and fascinating.
by Alice Loxton
A perfect gift at coming-of-age, looking at the younger lives of people through history.
by Antony Penrose
The essential guide to the story of the phenomenal Lee Miller, with brilliant photography included.
by Sally Percy
A brilliant introduction to some of the pioneering, innovative and inspiring leaders of our time.
by Rebecca Solnit
Wonderfully informative and inspiring account of Orwell's appreciation of the natural world, leading us to explore many other facets of his life and ours.
by Frances Welch
A gripping account of the fates of the granddaughters of Queen Victoria.
by Lucy Worsley
Agatha Christie's life never fails to intrigue and fascinate, and this is a warm, informative and entertaining new biography.