Instances Of The Mutability Of Fortune: Selected From Ancient And Modern History (1792)

By Alexander Bicknell

Book Overview

""Instances of the Mutability of Fortune"" is a book written by Alexander Bicknell and published in 1792. The book is a collection of stories that illustrate the unpredictable nature of fate and the ever-changing fortunes of individuals throughout history. Bicknell draws from both ancient and modern sources to provide a diverse range of examples, from the rise and fall of empires to the personal triumphs and tragedies of individuals. The stories are presented in a straightforward and informative manner, with Bicknell providing historical context and analysis to help readers understand the significance of each example. Overall, ""Instances of the Mutability of Fortune"" is a fascinating exploration of the human experience and the many ways in which our lives can be shaped by forces beyond our control.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: 1166060748
• ISBN13: 9781166060749
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 466 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"