Eminent Americans: Comprising Brief Biographies Of Three Hundred And Thirty Distinguished Persons (1857)

By Benson John Lossing

Book Overview

Eminent Americans: Comprising Brief Biographies Of Three Hundred And Thirty Distinguished Persons (1857) is a book written by Benson John Lossing. It is a comprehensive collection of biographies of 330 eminent Americans who have made significant contributions to American history and culture. The book covers the period from the colonial era up to the mid-19th century, and includes famous politicians, military leaders, writers, artists, scientists, and inventors.Each biography is written in a concise and informative style, providing readers with essential information about the person's life, achievements, and legacy. The book is organized alphabetically by last name, making it easy for readers to find information about specific individuals.Eminent Americans is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and culture. It provides a fascinating insight into the lives of some of the most influential people in American history, and is a testament to their enduring legacy. The book is also a valuable reference for students and scholars, providing a wealth of information about the people who have shaped American history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436834406
• ISBN13: 9781436834407
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"