The General Biographical Dictionary, Vol. 31 (Classic Reprint): Containing an Historical and Critical Account of the Lives and Writings of the Most ... the Earliest Accounts to the Present Time - Softcover

Chalmers, Alexander

 
9780282637026: The General Biographical Dictionary, Vol. 31 (Classic Reprint): Containing an Historical and Critical Account of the Lives and Writings of the Most ... the Earliest Accounts to the Present Time

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A definitive biographical reference for readers seeking quick, reliable portraits of notable lives

This volume is a new edition of a comprehensive dictionary of biographies, revised and enlarged by Alexander Chalmers. It offers historical and critical accounts of eminent persons from many nations, with a focus on British and Irish figures, spanning from the earliest accounts to the present time.

Inside, readers will find detailed sketches of figures across fields such as medicine, science, religion, and politics. The entries foreground the lives, work, and writings of notable individuals, providing context and selections of their major contributions.

- Concise life stories that illuminate a person’s place in history
- Commentary on their writings and influence
- Cross-referenced details that help orient readers in the period
- Aimed at readers seeking a reliable, storehouse-style reference

Ideal for students, researchers, and history buffs who want accessible, well‑rounded portraits of key figures in a single, ready-to-use volume.

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ISBN 10:  0365114790 ISBN 13:  9780365114796
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
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