Top Ten Books Based on True Stories: Can You Recommend Some?

Some of the top books based on true stories are 'The Glass Castle' by Jeannette Walls. It's her memoir about growing up in a very dysfunctional family. 'Hidden Figures' by Margot Lee Shetterly is another one. It tells the story of African - American female mathematicians who worked at NASA during the Space Race. Also, 'The Boys in the Boat' by Daniel James Brown, which is about the University of Washington's rowing team that competed in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin.

One of the top books based on true stories is 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank. It gives a poignant account of a young girl's life in hiding during the Holocaust. Another great one is 'Unbroken' by Laura Hillenbrand. It tells the incredible story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic athlete who endures harrowing experiences in World War II. And 'Into the Wild' by Jon Krakauer is also very popular. It follows the journey of Christopher McCandless who leaves society to live in the wild.

'Hidden Figures' by Margot Lee Shetterly is an excellent book. It focuses on the African - American women who worked at NASA during the Space Race. These women overcame racial and gender discrimination to make significant contributions to the space program.

Sure. 'Schindler's List' by Thomas Keneally is an important one. It's based on the true story of Oskar Schindler saving Jews during the Holocaust. 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' by Rebecca Skloot is also a top pick. It tells the story of Henrietta Lacks whose cells were used for medical research without her knowledge. And 'Hidden Figures' by Margot Lee Shetterly is about the African - American women who worked at NASA and made important contributions.

One option is 'The Boys in the Boat' by Daniel James Brown. It's the story of the University of Washington's rowing team in the 1930s. 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' by Heather Morris is a poignant story based on the real experiences of a tattooist in Auschwitz. 'The Warmth of Other Suns' by Isabel Wilkerson is also a great read, chronicling the Great Migration of African - Americans from the South.

Well, 'Schindler's List' by Thomas Keneally is on the list. It's based on the true story of Oskar Schindler, who saved many Jews during World War II. 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' by Rebecca Skloot is also a great one. It tells the story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were used for medical research without her knowledge. 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote is a classic true - crime book that reconstructs the murders of a Kansas family.

Definitely 'Just Mercy'. Bryan Stevenson's fight for justice against all odds is a great inspiration. He dedicated his life to helping those who were wrongly convicted, showing that one person can make a big difference. 'A Long Way Gone' can also be very inspiring. Ishmael Beah was able to overcome his traumatic experiences as a child soldier and turn his life around to become an advocate for peace and change.

I think 'Unbroken' is very inspiring. Louis Zamperini's ability to endure so much, from the plane crash to the brutal treatment in the POW camp, and then to come out and forgive his captors shows great strength of character. Another inspiring one is 'The Diary of a Young Girl'. Despite the horrors of the Holocaust, Anne Frank remained hopeful and her words still inspire people today.

Definitely 'Americanah'. This book gives a great insight into the experiences of Nigerians in the United States and the concept of 'home'. It's a story full of love, longing, and the search for identity that is both relatable and eye - opening.

Well, 'The Great Gatsby' is among the top ten. It's a story about love, wealth, and the American Dream in the 1920s. 'Jane Eyre' is a wonderful novel too. It follows the life of an orphan girl with a strong will. And 'Lord of the Flies' is there, which is about a group of boys stranded on an island and how human nature can turn dark.