{"product_id":"secondhand-biography-history-bargain-book-box-sp2535","title":"Secondhand Biography \u0026 History Bargain Book Box SP2535","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecondhand Biography \u0026amp; History Bargain Book Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis curated collection of seventeen volumes offers a deep dive into the lives of the thinkers, rebels, and leaders who shaped the course of global and Australian history. You will find yourself immersed in intimate memoirs of intellectual giants, detailed accounts of religious and political upheaval, and the forgotten stories of social outcasts. From the courtly intrigues of the English Revolution to the harsh realities of Irish transportation and the early exploration of the Arabian Peninsula, this set provides a rich tapestry of human experience across several centuries. This box is ideal for you if you value factual, precisely researched narratives that provide a window into the complexities of the past. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMy Father Bertrand Russell\u003c\/i\u003e by Katharine Tait You are given an intimate look at the private life of one of the twentieth century's most influential philosophers through the eyes of his only daughter. The narrative balances a deep respect for Russell’s intellectual achievements with a candid exploration of the emotional challenges of growing up in his shadow. You will see the man behind the public persona, navigating the complexities of his many marriages and his controversial political stances. This memoir is a moving study of the difficult intersection between a father’s grand ideals and his family’s daily reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlankton's Luck\u003c\/i\u003e by Mungo MacCallum In this insightful and witty autobiography, one of Australia's most respected political journalists reflects on a life spent observing the inner workings of power. You will follow MacCallum from his bohemian youth through the turbulent decades of Canberra politics, delivered with his signature sharp observational style. The story provides a unique perspective on the major events and personalities that have defined the Australian national landscape since the mid-century. It is a compelling record of a career defined by intellectual curiosity and a healthy skepticism of the political establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Great Shame\u003c\/i\u003e by Thomas Keneally You are transported through the nineteenth century as the author of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003eSchindler's Ark\u003c\/i\u003e meticulously reconstructs the history of the Irish diaspora through the lens of transportation. The narrative follows the lives of Irish activists and common criminals as they are sent to penal colonies in Australia and the Americas. You will see the resilience of a people struggling against systemic oppression and the enduring power of the desire for national independence. This epic historical account provides a profound understanding of the suffering and the spirit that shaped modern Irish and Australian identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTrial Balance\u003c\/i\u003e by H.C. Coombs One of Australia's most influential public servants provides a factual and precise account of his career as a central banker and advisor to seven prime ministers. You will gain an insider's view of the economic and social policies that transformed the country following the Second World War. The book also delves into Coombs's significant work regarding Indigenous land rights and his lifelong dedication to the arts. It is a foundational text for anyone seeking to understand the administrative and intellectual history of twentieth-century Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,4,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Pilgrimage to Nejd\u003c\/i\u003e by Lady Anne Blunt You accompany an intrepid Victorian explorer on a daring journey through the heart of the Arabian Peninsula during the late nineteenth century. As one of the first European women to travel through the region, Lady Anne Blunt provides detailed observations of the Bedouin tribes and the vast desert landscape. The narrative is as much a study of the Arabian horse as it is an ethnographic record of a culture rarely seen by outsiders at the time. This travelogue remains a classic of exploration literature, noted for its descriptive precision and the bravery of its author.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,5,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCobbers\u003c\/i\u003e by Thomas Wood An English composer recounts his extensive travels through Australia during the 1930s, capturing the unique character and spirit of the people he encounters. You will see a vivid portrait of a nation still finding its identity, from the bustling cities to the vast and lonely reaches of the outback. The book became a sensation for its affectionate yet honest depiction of \"cobbers\" and the egalitarian ideals that defined the Australian social fabric. It remains a fascinating historical time capsule of a country on the brink of significant modern transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,6,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGreat Hostesses\u003c\/i\u003e by Brian Masters You are introduced to the formidable women who sat at the center of London’s social and political power through the medium of the \"salon.\" The narrative explores the lives of legendary figures like Lady Cunard and Lady Colefax, whose influence often dictated the fortunes of politicians and artists alike. You will see how these hostesses utilized their social standing to act as intermediaries in a world where formal power was largely restricted to men. This social history provides a witty and detailed look at a vanished era of high-society influence and cultural patronage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,7,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSydney Smith\u003c\/i\u003e by Alan Bell This biography examines the life of the nineteenth-century clergyman and wit who became one of the most celebrated figures in English literary and social circles. You will follow Smith from his early days as a founder of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"251\"\u003eEdinburgh Review\u003c\/i\u003e to his role as a champion of Catholic emancipation and social reform. The story highlights his extraordinary ability to combine sharp political commentary with a legendary sense of humor that won over his fiercest opponents. It is a precise and engaging portrait of a man who used his intellect to advocate for a more tolerant and rational society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,8,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConversation with Max\u003c\/i\u003e by S.N. Behrman You are invited into the private world of the legendary caricaturist and essayist Max Beerbohm during his final years in Rapallo, Italy. Through a series of intimate conversations, the author captures Beerbohm's recollections of the Victorian and Edwardian literary giants he once knew and parodied. You will experience the gentle wit and the refined aesthetic sensibility of a man who remained a \"dandy\" in an increasingly modern world. This biography is a nostalgic and affectionate tribute to a figure who represented the height of nineteenth-century urbanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,9,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJohn Whitgift and the Reformation\u003c\/i\u003e by Powel Mills Dawley This academic biography provides a thorough examination of the life and career of the Archbishop of Canterbury who served as a key architect of the Elizabethan church. You will see how Whitgift navigated the treacherous theological and political waters of the late sixteenth century to maintain the stability of the Anglican settlement. The narrative details his persistent efforts to suppress both Puritan dissent and Roman Catholic influence within the realm. It is an essential read for understanding the religious tensions and institutional developments that defined the later years of the English Reformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,10,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScience, Race and Faith\u003c\/i\u003e by John Mathew You explore the intellectual landscape of nineteenth-century Australia through the biography of John Mathew, a pioneer in the study of Aboriginal culture and linguistics. The narrative examines how Mathew attempted to reconcile his deep Christian faith with the emerging scientific theories of evolution and anthropology. You will see the challenges he faced as he sought to document the complex social structures and languages of Indigenous peoples in a colonial context. This work provides a precise look at the early development of social science in Australia and the moral dilemmas of its practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,11,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,11,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Tolpuddle Martyrs\u003c\/i\u003e by Joyce Marlow The narrative reconstructs the dramatic story of six agricultural laborers from Dorset who were famously transported to Australia in 1834 for forming a trade union. You will see the legal maneuvers used by the British establishment to crush early labor activism and the massive public outcry that their sentences provoked. The story follows their harsh experiences in the penal colonies and their eventual return to England as heroes of the working class. It is a powerful and factual account of a pivotal moment in the history of social justice and international labor rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,12,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWilliam James Farrer\u003c\/i\u003e by Archer Russell You follow the life of the pioneering agronomist whose scientific breakthroughs in wheat breeding revolutionized Australian agriculture and secured the nation’s food future. The biography details Farrer's relentless experiments to create a variety of wheat that could withstand the harsh, dry conditions of the Australian interior. You will see the professional challenges and personal sacrifices he made while working largely in isolation on his farm near Lambrigg. This story is a precise tribute to a man whose quiet dedication transformed the economic landscape of a continent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,13,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,13,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Rise and Fall of a Regency Dandy\u003c\/i\u003e by T.A.J. Burnett The biography chronicles the extravagant and ultimately tragic life of Scrope Berdmore Davies, a close friend of Lord Byron and a fixture of Regency London's gambling circles. You will see the glamor of the era through his high-stakes wagers and social successes, followed by the inevitable financial ruin that forced him into exile. The discovery of his long-lost \"trunk\" in a London bank provides the primary source material for this intimate look at his personal correspondences. It is a compelling study of the fragility of status and the self-destructive impulses of the nineteenth-century elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,14,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEleven at No. 10\u003c\/i\u003e by Frank Longford A former Cabinet minister provides a personal and observant view of the eleven British prime ministers he knew and worked with throughout his long political career. You will gain a unique perspective on leaders ranging from Neville Chamberlain to Margaret Thatcher, delivered with a mix of political insight and personal anecdote. The narrative explores the different leadership styles and moral convictions that defined each occupant of 10 Downing Street. It is a factual record that provides a deeper understanding of the human element behind high-level British governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,15,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClarendon and the English Revolution\u003c\/i\u003e by R.W. Harris This historical study focuses on the life of Edward Hyde, the Earl of Clarendon, who served as a central figure in the Royalist cause during the English Civil War. You will follow his journey from a moderate reformer to the chief advisor of the exiled King Charles II and his eventual role in the Restoration. The narrative also examines his significant contributions as a historian, particularly his monumental account of the Great Rebellion. It is a precise exploration of the intellectual and political conflicts that tore seventeenth-century England apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,16,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,16,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrincely Chandos\u003c\/i\u003e by Joan Johnson You are introduced to the life of James Brydges, the first Duke of Chandos, whose immense wealth and patronage made him one of the most prominent figures of early eighteenth-century England. The biography details how he amassed his fortune as Paymaster General during the wars of Queen Anne and his subsequent role as a builder of grand estates and a patron of Handel. You will see the intersection of political power, financial speculation, and the high culture of the Baroque era. 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