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Biography
A biography (from the Greek words bios meaning "life", and graphos meaning "write") is a non-fictional account of a person's life. Biographies are written by an author who is not the subject/focus of the book.
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My Black Country: A Journey Through Country Music's Black Past, Present, and Future
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American Flygirl
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"Lee’s story soars through an unforgettable flight of wartime courage, triumph, and tragedy.” —Gregg Jones, Pulitzer Prize Finalist
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Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother, and Me
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