oral histories

Explore a curated collection of oral history books capturing firsthand accounts and personal narratives. Dive into authentic stories and preserved memories from diverse voices and perspectives.

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The Emperor

by Ryszard Kapuscinski

A "sensitive, powerful ... history" (The New York Review of Books) of a man living amidst nearly unimaginable pomp and luxury while his people teetered …
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Shah of Shahs

by Ryszard Kapuscinski

"Insightful and important.... A readable, timely and valuable contribution to the understanding of the revolutionary forces at work in Iran.... The reader almost becomes a …
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Working

by Studs Terkel

Men and women representing a variety of occupations, describe the daily routine of their jobs and express their grievances, aims, and dreams
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Hard Times

by Studs Terkel

Receates the character and atmosphere of this dramatic era in a collage of recollections by both well-known and abscure Americans.
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The Good War

 

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Underground

by Haruki Murakami

In this haunting work of journalistic investigation, Haruki Murakami tells the story of the horrific terrorist attack on Japanese soil that shook the entire world. …
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