Best Biographies to Read | 10 Best Biographies Of All Time

List of 10 Best Biographies. These Biographies are available on Amazon. Autobiographies are essentially composed by well known people. They show us various stories, the creators' battles throughout everyday life, the feelings they experienced, making the autobiographers more human.

1. Genius Biographies

Genius Biographies

Author : Ankesh Kothari

Inspiring and instructive, genius biographies is a different little Book for anyone interested in knowing the motivations of the rich and the famous. Part historical, part self-help, it peels away the layers to show us how geniuses succeed with forty eclectic, undiscovered and to-the-point stories from the lives of the geniuses, the author ankesh Kothari distils the experiences in clear-cut action summaries that you can apply for growth in life and business. Genius biographies helps readers to find out how Abe Lincoln beat more popular candidates to win elections, or the reason why Paris Hilton is famous, or the investing lessons that Warren buffet learned at the racetrack.

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2. Elon Musk: How the Billionaire CEO of SpaceX and Tesla is Shaping our Future

Elon Musk : How the Billionaire CEO of SpaceX and Tesla is Shaping our Future

Author : Ashlee Vance

South African born Elon Musk is the renowned entrepreneur and innovator behind PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla, and SolarCity. Musk wants to save our planet; he wants to send citizens into space, to form a colony on Mars; he wants to make money while doing these things; and he wants us all to know about it. He is the real-life inspiration for the Iron Man series of films starring Robert Downey Junior.
The personal tale of Musk’s life comes with all the trappings one associates with a great, drama-filled story. He was a freakishly bright kid who was bullied brutally at school, and abused by his father. In the midst of these rough conditions, and the violence of apartheid South Africa, Musk still thrived academically and attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he paid his own way through school by turning his house into a club and throwing massive parties.
Elon Musk is the Steve Jobs of the present and the future, and for the past twelve months, he has been shadowed by tech reporter, Ashlee Vance. Elon Musk: How the Billionaire CEO of Spacex and Tesla is Shaping our Future is an important, exciting and intelligent account of the real-life Iron Man.

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3. My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions

My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions By A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

Author : A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

The book, ‘My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions’ is the life story of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, India's famous scientist and former President. Written with a powerful narrative style laden with significant experiences, Dr. Kalam has filled this book with the details that matter. This inspirational book has been published by Rupa Publications India in the year 2013.
The book reveals the famous story of how a simple child from Rameshwaram became the President of the world’s largest democracy. It is an extraordinary tale of India’s most celebrated scientist who along with his research found time for his fellow people and worked hard towards their development. In this book, Dr. Kalam sheds light on several personal aspects like the people who he was very close to and their influence on him. He also speaks in detail about the life and the atmosphere at Rameshwaram. He talks about his upbringing and family as well and the various pangs and toils he had to go through.

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4. World's Greatest Scientists & Inventors: Biographies of Inspirational Personalities For Kids

World's Greatest Scientists & Inventors By Wonder House Books

Author : Wonder House Books

A meticulously researched book, which celebrates the achievements of scientists and inventors who have contributed to the development of human society with their talent, hard work and success. Age appropriate content, fun facts and bold illustrations will appeal to the curiosity of young inquisitive minds and help them develop their reading skills and General Knowledge.

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5. Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography

Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography

Author : Walter Isaacson

Based on more than forty interviews with Steve Jobs conducted over two years - as well as interviews with more than a hundred family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues - this is the acclaimed, internationally bestselling biography of the ultimate icon of inventiveness.

Walter Isaacson tells the story of the rollercoaster life and searingly intense personality of creative entrepreneur whose passion for perfection and ferocious drive revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies,music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing.

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6. World's Greatest Leaders

World's Greatest Leaders

Author : Wonder House Books

A meticulously researched book, which celebrates the achievements of charismatic, powerful and influential leaders who have shaped world history. Age appropriate content, fun facts and bold illustrations will appeal to the curiosity of young inquisitive minds and help them develop their reading skills and General Knowledge.

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7. Swami Vivekananda: A Biography

Swami Vivekananda: A Biography

Author : Swami Vivekananda

Swami Vivekananda, was an Indian Hindu monk and chief disciple of the 19th-century saint Ramakrishna. He was a key figure in the introduction of the Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and is credited with raising interfaith awareness, bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion during the late 19th century. He was a major force in the revival of Hinduism in India, and contributed to the concept of nationalism in colonial India. Vivekananda founded the Ramakrishna Math and the Ramakrishna Mission. He is perhaps best known for his inspiring speech which began, "Sisters and brothers of America ...," in which he introduced Hinduism at the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago in 1893. Vivekananda conducted hundreds of public and private lectures and classes, disseminating tenets of Hindu philosophy in the U.S., England and Europe. In India, Vivekananda is regarded as a patriotic saint and his birthday is celebrated as National Youth Day in India.

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8. Wings of Fire: An Autobiography of Abdul Kalam

Wings of Fire By A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Author : A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Every common man who by his sheer grit and hard work achieves success should share his story with the rest for they may find inspiration and strength to go on, in his story. The 'Wings of Fire' is one such autobiography by visionary scientist Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, who from very humble beginnings rose to be the President of India. The book is full of insights, personal moments and life experiences of Dr. Kalam. It gives us an understanding on his journey of success.

Dr. Kalam by narrating his life journey evokes the reader to identify with one’s inner fire and potential, for he was of the firm belief that each one of us was born with the strength and potential to make a tangible change in the world. How he inspired himself to achieve dreams and how he went about accomplishing so much is what the book captures nicely.

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9. Thomas Edison: A Life from Beginning to End

Thomas Edison : A Life from Beginning to End By Hourly History

Author : Hourly History

Thomas Ed is on Thomas Edison passed on many decades ago, but his inventions still echo loudly through time. If you watch TV, listen to your favorites songs, or simply click on the lamp next to your bed, it was Thomas Edison who brought all of these innovations into the world.
Edison is sometimes regarded as someone who loved arguing with other inventors who were going in different directions from him, yet his tenacity and dedication to his own work were what made so many of his inventions workable. No matter which way you look at Edison, from failed businessman, renowned inventor, distant father to his children, or to an argumentative scientist, there is one thing everyone can agree on; Thomas Edison was pure genius. After all, in his world, nothing less would do.

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10. The Making of the Greatest : Jeff Bezos

The Making of the Greatest By Sangeeta Pandey

Author : Sangeeta Pandey

The story of Jeff Bezos, a man who redefined innovation, leadership and, of course, wealth. This book looks at some of the defining moments and key incidents from the life of Jeffrey Preston Bezos, the world’s first billionaire, and the journey he undertook to make Amazon the most valued company in the world. Amazon’s brilliant, visionary founder, Jeff Bezos, continues to be the driving force behind the Companies astounding and continued success. From being on the verge of bankruptcy during the 1990s, Amazon is now a household name. Even after achieving so much, Jeff ’S passion for innovation has only increased. His new pet project—blue original to make space travel affordable in order to colonize other planets. Clearly, Jeff has taken the meaning of ‘long-term vision’ to another level. A role model to entrepreneurs across the world, This is a man who can predict tomorrow better than anyone else.

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