Lives Of Englishmen In Past Days (Third Series)

By James Burns

Book Overview

Meet England through its people, not its dates. A gallery of ambition, belief, and public duty across historic Britain and England. History, told through human lives. Lives Of Englishmen In Past Days (Third Series) by James Burns gathers a vivid historical biography collection of biographical sketches that bring notable figures of England into sharp relief. Written in the spirit of 19th century England, these concise portraits blend readability with substance, offering British cultural history essays that illuminate how character, circumstance, and national life intertwine. Dip in for a single life, or read on for the larger pattern: the changing ideals and pressures that shaped lives of famous Englishmen and, by extension, the country itself. It serves equally well as a reference for history students seeking clear introductions and as a gift for biography lovers who enjoy true stories with period voice and moral weight. As a British history classic edition, this volume reflects a long tradition of popular biography that helped generations understand the past through individuals rather than abstractions. It stands today as an antiquarian biography book in the best sense: a window into how Victorians curated memory, celebrated public service, and debated what made a life worth recording. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. A classic nonfiction reprint for casual browsing, dedicated study, and any shelf devoted to enduring historical narrative.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354505112
• ISBN13: 9789354505119
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"