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Best autobiographies that you should read: Inspiring life stories and humorous memoirs

When it comes to settling down with a cup of tea and a cosy read, your go-to may be a work of fiction - and we don’t blame you. The genre offers necessary escapism, fuels the imagination and can be immensely thought provoking.

However, there are true stories out there that can be even more inspiring and insightful than fictional work - and may even be considered life changing. Autobiographies provide us with the true story behind some of the world’s most renowned people, giving us a chance to learn about their fascinating lives first hand.

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