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Someone Else’s Life: Biographies that made me Think
15 items
By
Nancy Merkle
This is a list of biographies and memoirs that are both classic and contemporary, all of which will make you think.
I loved this story—an amazing girl. Affiliate link
Educated: A Memoir|Paperback
This is a classic. If you haven’t read it, you must. It’s about youth and whim and survival. Affiliate link
Into the Wild|Paperback
This story attests to the challenges of being a child Star. Both cringing and funny. Affiliate link
'I'm Glad My Mom Died' by Jennette McCurdy
An intriguing story of the challenges of growing up in a dysfunctional family. Affiliate link.
The Glass Castle|Paperback
An amazing adventure not for the feint of heart. If you ever dreamed of taking a long hike, read this first. Affiliate link
Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail|Paperback
This is a historical narrative that every American should read. Empathy and understanding boil over in this story. Affiliate link
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave (Signature Classics)|Paperback
An amazing story of survival and grit. It is a classical adventure story that isn’t easily forgotten. Affiliate link
Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster|Paperback
This is the story of a boy growing up in a wild home with few rules and his survival. Affiliate link
Running with Scissors: A Memoir|Paperback
The story of a girl who makes us question the definition of insanity. Affiliate link
Girl, Interrupted: A Memoir|Paperback
A World War II story of survival and redemption. Couldn’t put it down. Affiliate link
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption|Paperback
The story of a woman who changed lives. It made me feel thankful for science and sad for how we got there. Affiliate link
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks|Paperback
A thought provoking book full of humor. Whether you are Christian or not, this story is a great read. Affiliate link
The Year of Living Biblically: One Man's Humble Quest to Follow the Bible as Literally as Possible|Paperback
I’m a Tina Fey fan, so I loved reading her stories. Full of fun. Affiliate link
Bossypants|Paperback
Although often banned, this is a classic story about oppression and hope. Affiliate link
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings|Paperback
And, if you’ve never read this book, it’s about time. Make sure history doesn’t repeat itself. Affiliate link
The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition|Paperback
