The General Biographical Dictionary, Vol. 6: Containing an Historical and Critical Account of the Lives and Writings of the Most Eminent Persons in Every Nation; Particularly the British and Irish; Fr - Hardcover

Alexander Chalmers

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267126239 ISBN 13: 9780267126231

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A detailed biographical tour through notable figures in British and Irish history

This sixth volume of The General Biographical Dictionary offers historical and critical accounts of the lives and writings of eminent people, spanning early figures to more recent contributors. The entries illuminate each subject’s contributions, context, and influence, helping readers understand how these lives shaped ideas and culture.

This edition pulls together concise biographies, critical notes, and references that support further exploration. It is a useful reference for students, researchers, and general readers interested in biographical sketches and the evolution of literary and scholarly traditions in Britain and beyond.

• Concise biographical essays that place individuals in their historical setting
• Critical commentary on writings and notable works
• Cross-referenced figures to aid quick, focused research
• Historical context that helps readers understand the era and its figures

Ideal for readers of reference works and those curious about how past scholars and writers contributed to cultural history.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267126239
• ISBN 13: 9780267126231
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 532