Biography (noun)

1. A written account of a person's life and experiences.
2. The study of a person's life and work.

Origin:

From the greek words "bios" meaning "life" and "graphia" meaning "writing".

Examples:

1. He wrote a biography of Abraham Lincoln.
2. The biography of Steve Jobs is a best seller.
3. Her biography is a fascinating read.
4. This biography provides a detailed account of his life and career.
5. The book is a biography of the artist's life and work.