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The General Biographical Dictionary: Containing an Historical and Critical Account of the Lives and Writings of the Most Eminent Persons in Every Nati
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Historical FiguresGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781021699169
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 538
Weight: 1.64
Height: 1.09 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The General Biographical Dictionary is a comprehensive collection of biographies of eminent figures in British, Irish, and world history. With entries on more than 30,000 people, this book offers readers a wealth of information on the lives and achievements of some of history's greatest figures. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in biography, history, or genealogy.
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