Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 by Charles F. Horne
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About this eBook
| Editor | Horne, Charles F. (Charles Francis), 1870-1942 |
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| Title |
Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Sigal Alon, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Summary | "Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8" by Charles F. Horne is a historical account composed in the late 19th century. This collection features biographical sketches of notable historical figures from various fields, including artists, musicians, and poets, offering insights into their lives and contributions. The volume includes portrayals of renowned individuals such as Michael Angelo, Sarah Bernhardt, and Beethoven, among others. The opening of the work introduces the reader to its structure and highlights the diverse subjects that will be covered in this volume. Notably, it provides a brief overview of various prominent figures, starting with Phidias' significant contributions to sculpture in ancient Greece. The content emphasizes the historical context of these lives, exploring their artistic, political, and cultural legacies, all while setting a tone of admiration and reflection on the impact these famous personalities had on the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29352 |
| Release Date | Jul 8, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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