Summary: Anne Frank's diary captures her life in hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands and reveals her thoughts, fears, and hopes.
Publication: 1947
Summary: Mandela's journey from rural South Africa to revolutionary leader and first Black president of South Africa, highlighting his struggle for freedom.
Publication: 1994
Summary: Maya Angelou recounts her childhood and adolescence, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and overcoming racial and personal trauma.
Publication: 1969
Summary: The authorized biography of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, exploring his life, creativity, and impact on technology and design.
Publication: 2011
Summary: Former First Lady Michelle Obama shares her journey from Chicago to the White House, reflecting on her life, values, and challenges.
Publication: 2018
Summary: Raised in a survivalist family, Tara Westover shares her journey from an isolated life to pursuing higher education and self-discovery.
Publication: 2018
Summary: Gandhi's autobiography focuses on his philosophy, personal struggles, and experiences that shaped his approach to nonviolence and activism.
Publication: 1927
Summary: Comedian and writer Tina Fey shares humorous and insightful stories from her life and career in comedy, TV, and Hollywood.
Publication: 2011
Summary: Neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithi reflects on life, death, and his personal journey after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Publication: 2016
Summary: Jeannette Walls recounts her unconventional, sometimes difficult childhood with her eccentric, troubled family and her path to success.
Publication: 2005