Biography & Memoir Books
One Party After Another: The Disruptive Life of Nigel Farage by Michael Crick
'Enormously readable...excellent' Dominic Sandbrook, Sunday Times'A superb piece of thorough journalism' David Aaronovitch, The TimesNigel Farage i...
View full detailsEvery Tool's A Hammer: Life Is What You Make It by Adam Savage
* THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * 'Adam has drawn for us an imperative how-to for creativity... I am aware of no huma...
View full detailsIcebound by Andrea Pitzer
'An epic tale of exploration, daring and tragedy told by a fine historian - and a wonderful writer' Peter Frankopan, author of the bestselling The ...
View full detailsWhen Time Stopped: A Memoir of My Father's War and What Remains by Ariana Neumann
KRAUS FAMILY AWARD WINNER FOR BEST AUTOBIOGRAPHY AND MEMOIR AT THE NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARDSWINNER OF THE DAYTON LITERARY PEACE PRIZE 'Beautifull...
View full detailsOn the Marsh: A Year Surrounded by Wildness and Wet by Simon Barnes
'He does write beautifully, especially of his greatest love - our wild birds ... On The Marsh is a delightful read.' Christopher Hart, Daily MailHo...
View full detailsThe Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel
*THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER* Could you leave behind all that you know and live in solitude for three decades? This is the extraordinary story of...
View full detailsA Year in the Life of the Yorkshire Shepherdess by Amanda Owen
The Sunday Times bestseller full of inspiring tales of life as a shepherdess, by the star of Channel 5's Our Yorkshire Farm. From bestselling aut...
View full detailsThe Yorkshire Shepherdess by Amanda Owen
The Sunday Times bestseller following the inspiring story of life as a shepherdess, by the star of Channel 5's Our Yorkshire Farm. Amanda Owen ha...
View full detailsAll Creatures Great and Small: The Classic Memoirs of a Yorkshire Country Vet by James Herriot
The first collection of memoirs from the author who inspired the BBC and Channel 5 series All Creatures Great and Small. This edition contains If O...
View full detailsThe Reason I Jump: one boy's voice from the silence of autism by Naoki Higashida
The No. 1 Sunday Times and internationally bestselling account of life as a child with autism, now an award-winning documentary film. 'It will s...
View full detailsA Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen
From the author of A Christmas Gift from Bob, the original bestseller and heartwarming story of the life-saving friendship between a man and his st...
View full detailsAll the Young Men: How One Woman Risked It All To Care For The Dying by Ruth Coker Burks
'This book will make you love her as much as I do' FORMER PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON 'Breath-taking courage and compassion [...]a beautiful book' THE S...
View full detailsThe Electricity of Every Living Thing by Katherine May
Perfect for fans of The Salt Path and The Outrun, this book is a life-affirming exploration of wild landscapes, what it means to be different and, ...
View full detailsThe Haunting of Alma Fielding by Kate Summerscale
SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE 'A page-turner with the authority of history' PHILIPPA GREGORY'As gripping as a novel. An engaging, ...
View full detailsSomebody I Used to Know by Wendy Mitchell
_______________A RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICKTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEKSELECTED AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE TIME...
View full detailsPlaying Under the Piano by Hugh Bonneville
Hugh Bonneville is one of Britain's most accomplished actors, whose credits include Downton Abbey, W1A and the Paddington films. 'I don't remember ...
View full detailsHappy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris
Back when restaurant menus were still printed on paper, and wearing a mask-or not-was a decision made mostly on Halloween, David Sedaris spent his ...
View full detailsA Carnival of Snackery: Diaries Volume Two by David Sedaris
There's no right way to keep a diary, but if there's an entertaining way, David Sedaris seems to have mastered it. If it's navel-gazing you're af...
View full detailsThe Seven Ages of Death by Dr Richard Shepherd
The heart-wrenchingly honest new book about life and death from forensic pathologist and bestselling author of UNNATURAL CAUSES, Dr Richard Shepher...
View full detailsDiddly Squat by Jeremy Clarkson
Introducing the Diddly Squat Book by Jeremy Clarkson: A Hilarious Journey through Clarkson's Farm! Are you ready for a wild and uproarious adventur...
View full detailsA Pocketful of Happiness by Richard E. Grant
'A gorgeously candid account of acting and show business. And an intimate and heartfelt story of love, loss and a life spent together. It is an hon...
View full detailsThe Philosophy of Modern Song by Bob Dylan
The Philosophy of Modern Song is Bob Dylan's first book of new writing since 2004's Chronicles: Volume One - and since winning the Nobel Prize in L...
View full detailsCamilla, Duchess of Cornwall: From Outcast to Future Queen Consort by Angela Levin
A compelling new biography of Camilla, Queen Consort, that reveals how she transformed her role and established herself as one of the key members o...
View full detailsAnd Away... by Bob Mortimer
The number one bestseller and Sunday Times Humour Book of the Year by national treasure Bob Mortimer.'The most life-affirming, joyful read of the y...
View full detailsThe Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl
THE SUNDAY TIMES NO 1 BESTSELLER * ONE OF NME's BEST MUSIC BOOKS OF 2021 * ONE OF VARIETY'S BEST MUSIC BOOKS OF 2021 * INCLUDED IN AUDIBLE'S ...
View full detailsGood Night Stories For Rebel Girls 2 by Elena Favilli
Find Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls 2 by Elena Favilli from publishers Rebel Girls Inc at Books2Door! ; 224 pages, 50 four colour illustrati...
View full detailsThe Argonauts by Maggie Nelson
Find The Argonauts by Maggie Nelson from publishers Melville House UK at Books2Door! ; 184 pages; Published: 07/04/2016
The Dreamer: An Autobiography by Cliff Richard
'Before Cliff Richard and the Shadows, there was nothing worth listening to in British music.' - John Lennon. Cliff Richard tells his story, in ...
View full detailsThe Dreamer: An Autobiography by Cliff Richard
SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLEREarly evening on Saturday 13th September, 1958, Cliff Richard and The Drifters appeared on ITV's pop show Oh Boy!, electrify...
View full detailsRing of Bright Water by Gavin Maxwell
In 1957, after travelling in southern Iraq, Gavin Maxwell returned to the West Highlands of Scotland with an otter cub called Mijbil. Written withi...
View full detailsThe Freak Brothers Omnibus: Every Freak Brothers Story Rolled Into One Bumper Package by Gilbert Shelton
Find The Freak Brothers Omnibus: Every Freak Brothers Story Rolled Into One Bumper Package by Gilbert Shelton from publishers Knockabout Comics at ...
View full detailsA Short History of Queer Women by Kirsty Loehr
No, they weren't 'just friends'!Queer women have been written out of history since, well, forever. 'But historians famously care about women!', sai...
View full detailsHouse of Music: Raising the Kanneh-Masons by Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason
WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARD 2022 FOR NON-FICTIONWINNER OF THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY STORYTELLING AWARD 2021'Riveting, taking in prejudice a...
View full detailsEnemy Coast Ahead Uncensored: The Real Guy Gibson by Guy Gibson
Find Enemy Coast Ahead Uncensored: The Real Guy Gibson by Guy Gibson from publishers Crecy Publishing at Books2Door! ; 288 pages, approx 30 b/w ...
View full detailsCall The Midwife: A True Story Of The East End In The 1950s by Jennifer Worth
A fascinating slice of social history - Jennifer Worth's tales of being a midwife in 1950s London, now a major BBC TV series. Jennifer Worth came...
View full detailsThe Powerful and the Damned: Private Diaries in Turbulent Times by Lionel Barber
'Extraordinary' TONY BLAIR'Riveting' - PHILIPPE SANDS'Brutal, brilliant and scurrilously funny' - MISHA GLENNYThe real scoop isn't on the front pag...
View full detailsBoris Johnson: The Gambler by Tom Bower
Guardian 'literary highlights of 2020'Sunday Times 'books to watch out for in 2020'New Statesman 'books to read in 2020'Evening Standard 'thirteen ...
View full detailsGrease Junkie by Edd China
SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER. As you'll discover in his incomparable memoir, inventor, mechanic, TV presenter and walking tall as the definition of th...
View full detailsWho Is Michael Ovitz?: The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of the Most Powerful Man in Hollywood by Michael Ovitz
If you're going to read one book about Hollywood, this is the one. As co-founder of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), Michael Ovitz earned a reputat...
View full detailsThe Volunteer by Jack Fairweather
One of the Sunday Times paperbacks of the Year 2020One of the Financial Times best books of 2020 'Totally gripping'-- Simon Sebag Montefiore'Pileck...
View full detailsMy Story: A Child Called It, The Lost Boy, A Man Named Dave by Dave Pelzer
The remarkable trilogy from SUNDAY TIMES No.1 Bestseller Dave Pelzer - now in one volume. A CHILD CALLED 'IT' is Dave Pelzer's story of a child b...
View full detailsSEX/LIFE: 44 Chapters About 4 Men by BB Easton
The inspiration for the hit Netflix series Sex/LifeOne woman's secret journal completely changes her marriage in this hilarious and biting memoir. ...
View full detailsScar Tissue by Anthony Kiedis
In SCAR TISSUE Anthony Kiedis, charismatic and highly articulate frontman of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, recounts his remarkable life story, and the...
View full detailsThe Duke: 100 Chapters in the Life of Prince Philip by Ian Lloyd
The Archbishop of Canterbury called him 'bloody rude', courtiers feared he was 'a foreign interloper out for the goodies', daughter-in-law Sarah Fe...
View full detailsEtta Lemon: The Woman Who Saved the Birds by Tessa Boase
Read the fascinating story of one of the greatest unsung figures of the nature conservation movement, founder of the RSPB and icon of early animal ...
View full detailsDid Ye Hear Mammy Died? by Seamas O'Reilly
THE IRISH TIMES NO. 1 BESTSELLERAN POST BIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR'Gorgeous' Pandora Sykes'A rare and beautiful book' Marian Keyes'Tender, sad and side-...
View full detailsThe Loneliness of the Long-Distance Cartoonist by Adrian Tomine
WINNER OF THE 2021 EISNER AWARDS - Best Graphic Memoir and Best Publication Design'Adrian Tomine has more ideas in twenty panels than novelists hav...
View full detailsWho am I, again? by Lenny Henry
** PRE ORDER LENNY HENRY'S NEW AUTOBIOGRAPHY RISING TO THE SURFACE NOW **Sir Lenny Henry is one of the country's best-loved comedians with a career...
View full detailsWelcome to the Biography & Memoir collection at Books2Door, where the myriad hues of human life converge onto the pages of our carefully curated books. This section promises readers a journey through lives that have left a profound impact, been an inspiration, and stirred souls across decades, even centuries. Dive deep into the world of real stories, where every page echoes the perseverance, challenges, triumphs, and tragedies of individuals who’ve changed the way we perceive our world.
Our expansive collection ranges from the mystique of historical figures to contemporary champions of change. Here, the essence of human experience unfolds, narrated in compelling tales of love, resilience, adventure, despair, and hope. From the fervent streets of the mid-20th century to the tranquil lanes of the English countryside, every memoir is a testament to the human spirit, offering readers a panoramic view of different eras, cultures, and backgrounds.
Our Top Picks:
- The Classic Friedrich Nietzsche Collection 5 Books Box Set: A deep dive into the mind of one of the greatest philosophers of all time, this collection invites readers to embark on a philosophical journey that grapples with life, existence, and human nature. Nietzsche's works, celebrated for their depth and insight, are essential reading for anyone looking to explore the nuances of human thought.
- All Creatures Great and Small: The Complete James Herriot 8 Book Set: Wander into the serene landscapes of Yorkshire as James Herriot, a country veterinarian, shares his heartwarming tales of treating animals and understanding humans. A delightful blend of humour, emotion, and rustic charm, Herriot's stories are a treat for readers of all ages.
- Little People, Big Dreams: Inspiring Artists and Writers 5 Book Collection: Especially crafted for younger readers, this collection celebrates the lives of renowned artists and writers who dared to dream big. From the strokes of Frida Kahlo's paintbrush to the literary brilliance of Maya Angelou, these biographies are a testament to the indomitable spirit of individuals who changed the world with their art and words.
- Call the Midwife 4 Book Box Set by Jennifer Worth: Step into post-war London's East End with this evocative memoir of Jennifer Worth. As a midwife navigating a world of poverty, joy, heartbreak, and community, Worth's poignant tales shed light on a time gone by, offering an intimate look into the lives of women and the profound act of bringing life into the world.
| Feature | Specification |
| Series / Category | Books2Door Master Biography & Memoir Curation Hub |
| Target Audience | Adult Readers, History Enthusiasts, Non-Fiction Lovers, Book Clubs, Students (KS4, A-Level & Higher Ed) |
| Format Architecture | Unabridged Softcover Paperbacks, Deluxe Hardbacks, Multi-Book Biography Sets |
| Publisher Partners | Penguin Random House UK, HarperCollins, Pan Macmillan, Hachette UK, Orion Books, Bloomsbury |
| Genre Spectrum | Autobiographies, Historical Biographies, Celebrity Memoirs, True Crime, Medical & Scientific Life Stories, Cultural Memoirs |
| Special Value Offerings | Up to 80% off original publisher RRP, 10% BookPoints cashback rewards, direct warehouse pricing layouts |
| Benefits Developed | Deep empathy, historical context comprehension, personal inspiration, semantic vocabulary growth, screen-free downtime habits |
As you explore our Biography & Memoir section, let each book be an open door to a life once lived, a voice longing to be heard, and a tale eager to be shared. Immerse yourself in the lives of those who've tread paths both familiar and unknown, and find pieces of yourself in the pages of their stories. Only at Books2Door – where every book is a new world waiting to be discovered.
Books2Door stands as an award-winning, industry-recognised independent British book distributor with over two decades of dedicated service in literacy, holding thousands of 5-star reviews on Trustpilot. Sourced in direct collaboration with premier UK publishing partners (including Penguin Random House UK, HarperCollins, Pan Macmillan, and Bloomsbury), our Biography & Memoir curation guarantees total editorial text gatekeeping, authentic print quality, and unabridged textual accuracy. Formatted to high publishing standards, these non-fiction works feature clear visual typography, ergonomic font sizing, and high-opacity paper stock designed to minimise visual tracking strain during extended reading sessions. Recommended by non-fiction reading groups, secondary educators, and adult literacy advocates across the United Kingdom, this master collection serves as a gold-standard asset for personal knowledge expansion and authentic storytelling.
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