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100 1 _aMee, Arthur,
_d1875-1943
245 1 4 _aThe World's Greatest Books — Volume 10 — Lives and Letters
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-06-01
508 _aProduced by John Hagerson, Kevin Handy and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"The World's Greatest Books — Volume 10 — Lives and Letters" by Arthur Mee and J.A. Hammerton is a comprehensive compilation of biographical essays and historical narratives written during the late 19th century. This volume features a diverse range of influential figures, including literary giants like Victor Hugo and Washington Irving, detailing their lives, contributions, and the political climates they navigated. The likely topics include autobiographical accounts, critical reflections on their societal roles, and an exploration of their lasting impacts on culture and politics. The opening of this volume presents various introductions to the featured authors, beginning with Victor Hugo's "Deeds and Words," which recounts his political and personal life leading up to his exile in the mid-19th century. Hugo reflects on the dichotomy between "Right" and "Law," setting a philosophical tone that critiques the state of society and politics of his time. This section includes personal anecdotes from his childhood, influential friendships, and his deep commitment to liberty and justice. Following Hugo, the biographies of other notable figures like Mary Queen of Scots and Christopher Columbus delve into their respective intrigues and voyages, offering readers a multifaceted view of historical narratives intertwined with personal stories of love, ambition, and the struggle for power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBiography
700 1 _aHammerton, J. A.
_q(John Alexander),
_d1871-1949
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12572
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