A short, humorous biography of famous people from 5000 BC to 1914. -- S. McGaughey From the Introduction, "The editor begs leave to inform the public...
Mabel E. Wotton, an author herself, paints a series of "word portraits" of famous writers, providing unique and insightful glimpses into their physica...
'Twelve Types' by G.K. Chesterton delves into the lives and personalities of twelve significant figures in European culture. Through insightful essays...