Distinguished Men of Modern Times: In Four Volumes, Vol. 3 of 4 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Maitland, Frederic William

9781451005356: Distinguished Men of Modern Times: In Four Volumes, Vol. 3 of 4 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1451005350 ISBN 13 : 9781451005356

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Explore the lives of influential figures from the age of Enlightenment to the early modern era, through vivid biographical sketches. This volume surveys the era from Lord Somers to John Hunter, showing how their work shaped law, philosophy, and science.

Distinguished Men of Modern Times presents compact portraits of notable leaders and thinkers. It traces Somers’s rise from a Worcester birth to his role in constitutional history, and it highlights Harrison’s patient, half‑century quest to perfect chronometers that advanced navigation. The volume also follows Rousseau’s complex journey as a writer and public figure, and it chronicles John Hunter’s relentless pursuit of anatomical and medical knowledge, including the creation of a world‑famous museum.

Learn how early education and public service shaped legal and political careers.

Understand the challenges and controversies surrounding scientific and philosophical progress.

See the connections between personal struggles and lasting contributions to science and culture.

Gain insight into the daily life and broader impact of these influential figures.

Ideal for readers who enjoy concise biographical portraits of prominent modern figures and the historical context that shaped their work.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1451005350
ISBN 13: 9781451005356
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Nombre de pages: 527
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Distinguished Men of Modern Times, Vol. 3 of 4: Lord Somers to Hunter

Maitland, Frederic William

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1451005350 ISBN 13 : 9781451005356

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book focuses on the lives and philosophies of notable men from the 17th and 18th centuries. It explores the impact these men, such as Lord Somers and William Penn, had on their respective fields and the broader historical context in which they lived. The author delves into their contributions to constitutional law, politics, and religious tolerance, examining how their ideas shaped the development of modern society. Through these historical figures, this book offers insights into the evolution of Enlightenment principles and their lasting legacy in Western thought and culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781451005356_0

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