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General Biographical Dictionary: Containing An Historical And Critical Account Of The Lives And Writ

General Biographical Dictionary: Containing An Historical And Critical Account Of The Lives And Writ

by Chalmers, Alexander
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The General Biographical Dictionary is a comprehensive reference book that contains historical and critical accounts of the lives and writings of the most eminent people from every nation, with a particular focus on British and Irish individuals. The book is divided into 15 volumes and is written by Alexander Chalmers. It covers a wide range of subjects, including politics, literature, science, and the arts. The biographical entries are well-researched and provide detailed information about each person's life, achievements, and contributions to their respective fields. The book is an invaluable resource for researchers, historians, and anyone interested in learning about the lives of some of the world's most influential people.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.

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Pub dateMay 15, 2006
ISBN-10142860152X
ISBN-139781428601529
LanguageEnglish
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