Biographies Of Working Men

Biographies of Working Men

by Grant Allen

This book, 'Biographies of Working Men' by Grant Allen, profiles seven individuals who overcame humble beginnings to achieve remarkable success in their respective fields. The subjects represent diverse disciplines, including engineering, astronomy, art, politics, and education. Allen examines their lives, highlighting their struggles, triumphs, and contributions to society. Through these compelling stories, he aims to inspire readers with the potential for social mobility and personal achievement regardless of origin.

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Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen was a Canadian science writer and novelist, educated in England. He was a public promoter of evolution in the second half of the nineteenth cen...

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