Although stereotypes say that books are mainly for women, men deserve their reading too. For the latter, they are closer to a success story, full of action, than romance.
Which 10 (auto)biographies should every man read?
Ernest Hemingway - A Moveable Feast
In the book, Hemingway recalls part of his life as an emigrant in France between the two world wars.
Ron Chernow - Titan: The Life Of John D. Rockefeller Sr.
The story of the world's first billionaire reveals details from the life of the mogul who stopped the most powerful monopoly in the United States. His company Standard Oil controlled as much as 90 % of the domestic market.
Thomas Hauser - Muhammad Ali: His Life And Times
Arguably the greatest boxer of all time, he impressed many hearts with his prowess in the ring and charm outside of it. Among other things, the biography earned the title of the best sports book of the year in 1991, awarded by the bookmaker William Hill.
Anthony Bourdain - Kitchen Confidential: Adventures In The Culinary Underbelly
In a book perfect for culinary enthusiasts, the recently deceased Anthony Bourdain reveals his passionate relationship with food.
Steven Naifeh and Gregory White Smith - Jackson Pollock: An American Saga
The authors won the Pulitzer Prize in 1991 for their excellent biography. In the work, they vividly outline the reclusive life of the Impressionist, which was marked by fame and alcohol.
David Niven - The Moon's A Balloon
The book, in which we learn about the eventful life of the elegant actor, has sold as many as 5 million copies worldwide.
Adrian Desmond and James Moore - Darwin: The Life Of A Tortured Evolutionist
A biologist who was initially ignored by few, today he is known as one of the smartest people of all time. The biography touches on his life's work, while at the same time allowing the reader to get to know his inner self.
Robert Evans – The Kid Stays In The Picture: A Notorious Life
The life of the controversial director was full of interesting events. If you are one of those who like to read stories about sex, drugs and crime, this book is the right choice for you.
Cory MacLauchlin – Butterfly In The Typewriter: The Tragic Life Of John Kennedy Toole And The Remarkable Story Of A Confederacy Of Dunces
The story of a writer from New Orleans who committed suicide at the age of 31 is very moving. His short stories were rejected by various publishers during his lifetime, but after his death he won the Pulitzer Prize for A Confederacy of Dunces.
Marin Gilbert - Churchill: A Life
Winston Churchill dominated the British public sphere for 60 years. He was an officer, a Nobel laureate, a prime minister and much more. Gilbert initially wrote a series of eight books, which he later combined into one work.
