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Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Hodder & Stoughton, A Labrador doctor: the autobiography of Wilfred Thomason Grenfell, 1948
The autobiography of Wilfred Thomason Grenfell.Index, p.340.non-fictionThe autobiography of Wilfred Thomason Grenfell.missionaries - medical - great britain, labrador - description and travel -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, McMillan and Co, My Early Life : A Roving Commission, 1943
Here, in his own words, are the fascinating first thirty years in the life of one of the greatest leaders of the twentieth century. In his autobiography, Churchill recalls his childhood, his schooling, his years as a war correspondent in South Africa during the Boer War, and his first forays into politics as a member of Parliament. Historians have established that Churchill took certain liberties with episodes in the book; he was not, for example, an academic under-achiever as he suggests. Of course this does not detract from the book's insights into the history of "a vanished age", nor his very personal struggles and achievements, which contrast starkly with the public focus of the majority of his writings.Index, ill, maps, p.385.non-fictionHere, in his own words, are the fascinating first thirty years in the life of one of the greatest leaders of the twentieth century. In his autobiography, Churchill recalls his childhood, his schooling, his years as a war correspondent in South Africa during the Boer War, and his first forays into politics as a member of Parliament. Historians have established that Churchill took certain liberties with episodes in the book; he was not, for example, an academic under-achiever as he suggests. Of course this does not detract from the book's insights into the history of "a vanished age", nor his very personal struggles and achievements, which contrast starkly with the public focus of the majority of his writings.south african wars, winston churchill 1884-1965 -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, William Blackwood and Sons, Henry Dundas, Scots Guards a memoir, 1921
The autobiography of Henry Dundas in the Great Warp.252.non-fictionThe autobiography of Henry Dundas in the Great Warworld war 1914-1918 - personal recollections, world war 1914-1918 - campaigns - france -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, John Murray et al, My picture gallery, 1886-1901, 1951
An autobiography of the Viscountess MilnerIndex, ill, p.242.non-fictionAn autobiography of the Viscountess Milnerauthors - english - 20th century - biography, intellectual life - england -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Robertson and Mullens, Adamson of Wesley : the story of a great headmaster, 1932
A biography of L.A. Adamson a former Headmaster of Wesley. The book has three main parts: Adamson and Wesley, Adamson the man and Adamson in Public Life. The book also contains an autobiography of his early life.Ill, p.218.non-fictionA biography of L.A. Adamson a former Headmaster of Wesley. The book has three main parts: Adamson and Wesley, Adamson the man and Adamson in Public Life. The book also contains an autobiography of his early life. educators - victoria - biography, wesley college -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, Benjamin Franklin, Autobiography, ed. / with an introd. and supplementary account of Franklin's later life by W. Macdonald, 1948
An autobiography of Benjamin FranklinIndex, p.232.non-fictionAn autobiography of Benjamin Franklinunited states - history, benjamin franklin 1706-1790 -
Mrs Aeneas Gunn Memorial Library
Book, McMillan and Co, The life of Benvenuto Cellini, 1908
You should know that men like Benvenuto, unique in their profession, need not be subject to the law.'" "Thus spoke Pope Paul III on learning that Cellini had murdered a fellow artist, so great was Cellini's reputation in Renaissance Italy. A renowned sculptor and goldsmith, whose works include the famous salt-cellar made for the King of France, and the statue of Perseus with the head of the Medusa, Cellini's life was as vivid and enthralling as his creations. A man of action as well as an artist, he took part in the Sack of Rome in 1527; he was temperamental, passionate, and conceited, capable of committing criminal acts ranging from brawling and sodomy to theft and murder. He numbered among his patrons popes and kings and members of the Medici family, and his autobiography is a fascinating account of sixteenth-century Italy and France written with all the verve of a novelIndex, p.450.non-fictionYou should know that men like Benvenuto, unique in their profession, need not be subject to the law.'" "Thus spoke Pope Paul III on learning that Cellini had murdered a fellow artist, so great was Cellini's reputation in Renaissance Italy. A renowned sculptor and goldsmith, whose works include the famous salt-cellar made for the King of France, and the statue of Perseus with the head of the Medusa, Cellini's life was as vivid and enthralling as his creations. A man of action as well as an artist, he took part in the Sack of Rome in 1527; he was temperamental, passionate, and conceited, capable of committing criminal acts ranging from brawling and sodomy to theft and murder. He numbered among his patrons popes and kings and members of the Medici family, and his autobiography is a fascinating account of sixteenth-century Italy and France written with all the verve of a novelart - italy - history, artists - florence - biography -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Phan, Boi Chau, Overturned Chariot: the Autobiography of Phan-Boi-Chau, 1999
The name of Phan-Boi-Chau may not be readily recognized by many people ouside Vietnan, but within his own country he is one of the most widely known and respected figures in recent history.The name of Phan-Boi-Chau may not be readily recognized by many people ouside Vietnan, but within his own country he is one of the most widely known and respected figures in recent history.revolutionaries - vietnam - biography, phan-boi-chau, autobiography -
Linton Mechanics Institute and Free Library Collection
Book - Autobiography, Thayer, William M, From Log Cabin to White House, by W.M. Thayer, [n.d.] First published c1881, date of this edition unknown
Autobiography of James A. Garfield, President of the United States of America.Dark green hardcover book with gold embossing. Book is a fictionalised account of the life of James A. Garfield, President of the United States of America. 351 pages.fictionAutobiography of James A. Garfield, President of the United States of America.james a. garfield, w.m. thayer, assassinations, presidents, united states of america, biographical fiction -
Linton Mechanics Institute and Free Library Collection
Book - Short stories, Reade, Charles, Autobiography of a thief ; Jack of all trades, a matter-of-fact romance, [n.d.] [1873? This reprint 1890s.)
268 p. (1-64; 68-268) : book is bound in calico which is printed with product advertisements.fictionfiction, short stories, charles reade, t. craig [bookbinder] -
Victorian Railway History Library
Book, Adam-Smith, Patsy, Hear The Train Blow, 1971
Autobiography of Patsy Adam Smith whose family worked on the railways in various parts of Australia.p.222.non-fictionAutobiography of Patsy Adam Smith whose family worked on the railways in various parts of Australia.autobiography - patsy adam smith, australian folklore. special subjects: railway services. personal observations. collections. -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Book - JOHNNY HUNTER, 1983
Book, yellow and red cover showing map of south east Australia. Photo of Johnny Hunter on cover. Title: Johnny Hunter. A genius of singular simplicity and charm.John Brettautobiography, johnny hunter - paralysis research. -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - AUTOBIOGRAPHY, G. F. Jacobs, "PRELUDE TO THE MONSOON ASSIGNMENT IN SUMATRA", 1982
Refer Cat No. 7944. Item in the collection of "Arthur E. Tranter" V50166 - VX52843, 2/29th Bn P.O.W.Hard cover with dust cover. Hard cover - cardboard, with black colour buckram on spine, green colour paper adhered cover. Gold colour print on spine. Dust cover - paper, with glass finish. Black and white colour print on front, spine and back. Front and back flap information. 249 pages, cut, plain, off white colour paper. Illustrated - black and white photographs and map.books, miliitary history, ww2, sumatra, autobiography -
Bendigo Military Museum
Book - AUTOBIOGRAPHY, David H Earley, "BENEATH BLADES", 2013
Item in the Cooper Collection.Soft Cover Book. Cover - cardboard, silver and white colour print, front, spine and back. Black colour background, front illustration colour photograph - portrait of a pilot. Book - colour portrait photograph of author. 417 pages, cut, plain, white colour paper. Illustrated with black and white and colour photographs. Inscription on title page.Inscription on Title page - handwritten blue ink, "Keith and Ann/ It was good to share time together with both of you/ May your journey continue to be one of healing./ David H. Early/ 13 April 2014."publications, books, autobiography, journal, pilot, cooper collection -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)
Book, Fortunate Son: The Healing of a Vietnam Vet: An Autobiography By Lewis B Puller, Jr
Fortunate Son, like its protagonist, is frank, tough, and completely honest. On the surface, it is the story of a man's emergence from the shadow of a famous father, only to be challenged by war, crippling injury and alcoholism. but underneath, fortunate Son is an absorbing, inspiring, and very personal tale of how grit, courage, and the love of a good woman combined to overcome repeated adversity. This is compelling reading for anyone who wants to understand how deeply the Vietnam War affected its veterans on an individual, personal level.Fortunate Son, like its protagonist, is frank, tough, and completely honest. On the surface, it is the story of a man's emergence from the shadow of a famous father, only to be challenged by war, crippling injury and alcoholism. but underneath, fortunate Son is an absorbing, inspiring, and very personal tale of how grit, courage, and the love of a good woman combined to overcome repeated adversity. This is compelling reading for anyone who wants to understand how deeply the Vietnam War affected its veterans on an individual, personal level.military - vietnam war, lewis b. puller, united states - marine corps, president ford -
Mission to Seafarers Victoria
Plaque - Opus sectile tablet, In grateful Memory of Alfred Michael Nicholas Esq, (1881-1937), 1937
This plaque was made to commemorate the generous funds donated Mr A.M Nicholas in 1936 almost entirely funding the building of the new Mission to Seamen at Port Melbourne opened in 1937. Mr Nicholas died in Feb 1937. The new building was opened on the 4th of December 1937 by Lord Huntingfield, the plaque was dedicated and unveiled the same by his nephew Mr Nicholas Lightfoot. The plaque was removed from the building which ws demolished in 1995. The plaque is really similar to the memorial plaque made in memory of Ethel Godfrey (see item 2053).Mr Nicholas together with Mr HW Shmith organised rights to produce Aspirin aka ASPRO in Australia in 1915 during WW1. The Nicholas Family were significant philanthropists in Melbourne and Victoria and this plaque commemorates his gift to the Mission for visiting seamen between 1937 and late 20th C. The story of the donation is told in an unpublished autobiography by the then Rev'd Frank Oliver, based at 717 Flinders st. as senior Mission Chaplain 1930-1960.A heavy ceramic plaque with moulded metal alloy frame, polychrome glazed irregular ceramic tesserae design and memorial text in Gothic script in central lozenge set into a rectangular clay base.in each corner design features initials: "ihs" / IN central lozenge of design text reads: " To the Glory of God/ and in grateful memory of/ ALFRED MICHAEL NICHOLAS Esq / through whose generous gift/ the whole of this Institute / and Chapel were built./ Died February 26th 1937"1908, plaque, alfred m. nicholas, memorial, alfred michael nicholas, port melbourne, 1937, aspro -
Clunes Museum
Book - BIOGRAPHY, LES HUGHES, A YOUNG AUSTRALIAN PIONEER HENRY MUNDY, 2003
THE BIOGRAPHY OF HENRY MUNDY ABOUT HIS LIFE IN AUSTRALIA DURING THE GOLDRUSHDARK BLUE HARDCOVER BOOK WITH GOLD EMBOSSING ON SPINE: "HENRY MUNDY A YOUNG AUSTRALIAN PIONEER". BLUE PAPER DUST COVER WITH SUNSET PICTURE ON FRONT. 279 PAGES non-fictionTHE BIOGRAPHY OF HENRY MUNDY ABOUT HIS LIFE IN AUSTRALIA DURING THE GOLDRUSHhenry mundy, les hughes, historical autobiography