The 10 Best Books on Biography

Here’s my curated list of the 10 best books in biography, in no particular order.

• The Diary of a Young Girl: The Definitive Edition by Anne Frank — A powerful firsthand account of the life of a Jewish girl hiding from the Nazis during World War II.
• Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela by Nelson Mandela — Mandela's remarkable journey from a rural village to becoming South Africa's first black president.
• Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson — A riveting biography of the visionary co-founder of Apple, exploring his life, work, and legacy.
• The Autobiography of Malcolm X: As Told to Alex Haley by Malcolm X — A powerful narrative of the life of Malcolm X, reflecting on his experiences and transformation.
• Becoming by Michelle Obama — An intimate memoir by the former First Lady of the United States, detailing her life, values, and time in the White House.
• Just As I Am by Cicely Tyson — The poignant and powerful memoir of the iconic actress, sharing her experiences and insights on race and resilience.
• Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah — A compelling memoir reflecting on Noah's experiences growing up in apartheid South Africa.
• Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover — A gripping tale of a woman's quest for knowledge and self-discovery, overcoming her survivalist upbringing.
• The Glass Castle: A Memoir by Jeannette Walls — A remarkable memoir about Walls' unconventional and often tumultuous childhood.
• I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou — A powerful autobiography that chronicles Angelou's early years and the struggles she overcame.

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