443 Results in the "Biography & Memoir" category
Books Like (8)
Business & Finance (26)
Children’s Fiction (203)
Dystopian (16)
Education & Learning (26)
Fantasy (1248)
fashion (1)
Fiction (4538)
Health & Wellness (21)
Historical Fiction (504)
Horror (159)
Literary Fiction (788)
Non-Fiction (916)
Novel (229)
Others (106)
Philosophy (128)
Poetry (208)
Politics & History (131)
Posts (66)
Psychology (46)
Religion & Spirituality (1)
Romance Novel (569)
Science & Technology (82)
Science Fiction (220)
Self-Help & Personal Development (99)
Thriller / Mystery (858)
Travel & Adventure (2)
True Crime (55)
view (96)
Young Adult (318)
-
Chapter 4 explores the life and work of Virginia Randolph, an influential educator in 1890s Virginia. Standing at the back of a church, Virginia focused intently on the preacher's impassioned speech, calling for the improvement of African American education. Surrounded by parents eager to sign a petition for change, Virginia felt torn between her role as a teacher and her advocacy for better education. Her life was often seen as a balancing act, where she was viewed with suspicion by her peers yet…-
123.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 4: SNCC
Chapter 4: SNCC delves into the formation and early activities of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), focusing on the pivotal role the organization played during the civil rights movement, especially in Nashville. The chapter begins by highlighting the success of the Nashville sit-ins, which were instrumental in the desegregation of local businesses. These protests not only advanced the cause of civil rights but also forged deeper connections among the activists, including John Lewis and…-
121.5 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 4: Cities
Chapter 4: Cities provides an insightful examination of the racial and cultural evolution of Los Angeles, exploring how its complex history has shaped the city’s identity. The narrative begins by tracing the geographical and historical influences that have left their mark on Los Angeles, starting with the indigenous Tongva people, followed by Spanish and Mexican rule, and eventually the city’s annexation by the United States. This rich history plays a pivotal role in forming the racial classifications…-
56.1 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 4
Chapter 4 delves deeply into the complex and painful realities of growing up with a father whose life was continually marred by alcoholism and financial instability. The narrator recalls vivid memories of their father’s erratic behavior, particularly during car rides, when he would mutter incoherently, leaving the family in a state of uncertainty and fear. These moments were more than just the effects of alcohol—they were indicative of a deeper internal struggle within the father, a man trapped in the…-
209.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 4
Chapter 4 begins in Evelyn's foyer, where she and the narrator prepare for the next stage of their journey together. Evelyn, ever the enigma, is calm and poised, while the narrator is caught in a whirlwind of emotions, grappling with how to balance personal ambition with the task ahead. The idea of this project, writing Evelyn’s biography, feels both thrilling and daunting. The narrator knows the importance of what they are about to undertake—capturing the life of a woman who has lived in the spotlight…-
385.7 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 39
Chapter 39 reflects a time when life felt controlled, but I still tried to hold on to some semblance of my old self. Before the conservatorship, I was spontaneous and free-spirited. My friend Cade would suggest a road trip, and I’d be packed and ready before he even finished telling me the destination. I had confidence in my choices, whether it was adjusting the sound at my shows or expressing frustration when things went wrong. I didn’t hold back—everyone knew how I felt, and I embraced that…-
209.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 38
Chapter 38 marks a pivotal moment in my journey toward reclaiming my strength and sense of self. During my third year in Vegas, I felt a resurgence of something I hadn’t experienced in a long time—true strength. It was a sense of power that came from within, a recognition that I could no longer endure the constraints of the conservatorship. For so long, my parents had convinced me I was the problem, the “crazy” one, and that narrative worked in their favor. This constant undermining of my sense of…-
209.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 37
Chapter 37 marks a shift in my journey as a performer, where I began to grapple with the restrictions placed on me and the way I expressed myself on stage. For so long, I had been told that my hair, my movement, and my performance were key to my appeal. The energy of a performance was supposed to be reflected in how I moved, how I danced, and how freely I let my hair fly. But during my Las Vegas residency, I found myself wearing tight wigs, dancing in a way that kept my hair still, and doing everything I…-
209.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 36
Chapter 36 reflects a period of growth and reflection as I navigated the complexity of my career, personal life, and the ongoing control of the conservatorship. One of the things that gave me solace during my time in Vegas was teaching dance to children. Once a month, I would teach a group of forty kids, and in LA, I would teach every couple of months. The simplicity and joy of being around kids who were full of energy and had no judgment was healing. Their pure energy and eagerness to learn felt like a…-
209.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Chapter 35
Chapter 35 captures a period in my life where the control of the conservatorship suffocated me, but I still tried to hold on to small moments of personal freedom. Living in Las Vegas and performing regularly was a bittersweet experience. Initially, I loved the dry heat of the city and the feeling of being part of the excitement and luck that Vegas represents. But that joy began to fade, as the reality of being controlled by my family and the conservatorship set in. The beginning of my residency in 2013 had…-
209.9 K • Ongoing
-
- Previous 1 … 26 27 28 … 45 Next
