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100	1		_aStevenson, Burton Egbert, _d1872-1962
245	1	0	_aAmerican Men of Action
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-08-10
508			_aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, David Gundry and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"American Men of Action" by Burton E. Stevenson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the lives and accomplishments of notable figures in American history, emphasizing the qualities that made them exemplary leaders and pioneers. It sets out to inspire readers by showcasing the character development and significant contributions of these "men of action" who shaped the United States. The opening of the book begins with a discussion about biography as a concept, exploring how it can sometimes be perceived as dull compared to fiction. Stevenson argues for a renewed appreciation of biography by emphasizing the importance of understanding the personal journeys and challenges faced by historical figures. He hints at the upcoming profiles of great Americans, including names like George Washington and Christopher Columbus, and the focus will be on their human qualities, rather than just their achievements. This sets the tone for a narrative that is likely to blend both informative historical detail with a more personal look at the motivations and traits of these influential figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aUnited States -- Biography
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16508
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