Lives Of Men Of Letters And Science: Who Flourished In The Time Of George III (1845)

By Henry Peter Brougham

Book Overview

""Lives of Men of Letters and Science: Who Flourished in the Time of George III"" is a book written by Henry Brougham Vaux and published in 1845. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of prominent men of letters and science who lived during the reign of King George III of England. The individuals featured in the book include writers, poets, scientists, and philosophers, such as Samuel Johnson, William Cowper, Joseph Priestley, and Adam Smith. The book provides a detailed account of their lives, their contributions to their respective fields, and their impact on society. Vaux's writing is informative, engaging, and provides a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural landscape of the 18th century. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature, science, and philosophy in England during the reign of King George III.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: 1104995271
• ISBN13: 9781104995270
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 550 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"