Non-fiction
Category: Biography
The books here are listed alphabetically by authors' surnames.
The extraordinary true story of a woman who moved her house from Hertfordshire to Norfolk!
A little known period in the history of Cambridge when women were held at the mercy of a powerful few.
A fascinating biography of Ronald Blythe, told with warmth, reverence and affection.
A beautiful book exploring how writers through the generations have been inspired to walk through the Suffolk landscape.
A compelling and comprehensive biography of an incredible pianist and an incredible woman.
A refreshingly wry and entertaining memoir, investigating motivations and morals in a challenging period of time with big questions for us all.
A beautiful exploration into the world of Jim Edie and all he created at Kettle's Yard.
A wonderful, rich, multi-faceted peek into the life of Eileen O'Shaughnessy, wife of George Orwell who contributed much more than has previously been acknowledged.
A gripping account of the lives of six women who first flew the Atlantic in the 1920s.
The official biography of the film star, fashion icon and humanitarian, written by her son with journalist and biographer Wendy Holden.
Four extraordinary women who provide an insight to life in the medieval period. A fabulous read.
A story of a life in science exploring the wonders of plants and trees. Compelling and fascinating.
The TV personality Penny Lancaster shares an uplifting, inspiring story of her life.
A perfect gift at coming-of-age, looking at the younger lives of people through history.
The first comprehensive biography of Emily Bronte in 20 years.
Looking at the life of Sylvia Plath through five key biographies.
The essential guide to the story of the phenomenal Lee Miller, with brilliant photography included.
A brilliant introduction to some of the pioneering, innovative and inspiring leaders of our time.
Wonderfully informative and inspiring account of Orwell's appreciation of the natural world, leading us to explore many other facets of his life and ours.
A gripping account of the fates of the granddaughters of Queen Victoria.
A fabulous biography of a truly extraordinary woman, and her work.
Agatha Christie's life never fails to intrigue and fascinate, and this is a warm, informative and entertaining new biography.