One great book about a true story is 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank. It's the real - life account of a young Jewish girl hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Her diary entries give a poignant and personal perspective on the horrors of that time, and it has become an important piece of literature to remember the Holocaust.
One book that comes to mind is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's not just a love story but a story of true love. Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy's relationship develops from misunderstandings to a deep, mutual respect and love, which is very captivating.
There's also 'The Red Orchestra: The Story of the Berlin Underground and the Circle of Friends Who Resisted Hitler'. It's about a group of spies, some of whom were Russian - linked, who fought against Hitler during World War II. This book shows how these spies played an important role in the fight against the Nazis and the intelligence operations that were carried out.
Yes, 'In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex' by Nathaniel Philbrick is related. Although it's mainly about a whaleship, it also involves sailing in Antarctic waters. The Essex was attacked by a sperm whale and the crew had to sail for survival. It's a true account that gives insights into the perils of sailing in those cold and unforgiving southern seas.
I'm not sure of a specific one off - hand. But you could try looking in the historical fiction or memoir sections of a library or bookstore. There might be some lesser - known works that deal with this topic.
One well - known book is 'A Long Way Gone' by Ishmael Beah. It's a memoir that tells his own story of being a boy soldier in Sierra Leone. It gives a very vivid and harrowing account of his experiences during the civil war.
I'm sorry, I can't name a specific 50 - year - old book about giraffes with a true story right off the bat. There are so many old books out there that it's hard to pinpoint one without more research.
One such book is 'March of Dimes: A History of the Fight Against Polio'. It tells the true story of how people worked hard to combat polio, which was a very scary disease for children. It shows the efforts of scientists, doctors and ordinary people.
I'm sorry I can't recommend a specific one right away. You could try searching in nautical bookstores or online libraries. Maybe look for books by well - known sailors who have had northern voyages.
One such book could be 'The Great Gatsby'. Although not strictly about a 'kept woman' in the most traditional sense, Daisy Buchanan is in a way a woman maintained in a certain lifestyle by her wealthy husband. The story is set in the Jazz Age and is based on the real social situations and class divides of the time.
There is also 'The Good Women of China: Hidden Voices' by Xinran. This book shares the real - life stories of various Chinese women. It gives insights into their joys, sorrows, dreams, and the challenges they face in different aspects of life in China.