The General Biographical Dictionary: Containing An Historical And Critical Account Of The Lives And Writings Of The Most Eminent Persons In Every Nati

By Alexander Chalmers

Book Overview

The General Biographical Dictionary by Alexander Chalmers is a comprehensive reference book that provides an in-depth historical and critical account of the lives and writings of the most eminent persons in every nation, with a particular focus on British and Irish figures. The second volume of this work contains biographical entries for notable individuals including authors, politicians, artists, and scientists, among others. The book is organized alphabetically by surname, and each entry includes a detailed account of the individual's life, achievements, and contributions to their respective fields. The book also includes a comprehensive index for easy reference. This volume is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of notable figures from around the world.In 32 Volumes. From The Earliest Accounts To The Present Time.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: 116293574X
• ISBN13: 9781162935744
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"