Chronicles and Characters Volume 1 is a book written by Robert Lytton and published in 1868. The book is a collection of essays on various historical and literary figures, including Julius Caesar, William Shakespeare, and Samuel Johnson. Each essay provides a detailed analysis of the character and achievements of the individual, as well as their impact on society and culture. The book also includes Lytton's own reflections on the nature of history and the role of great individuals in shaping it. Chronicles and Characters Volume 1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in history, literature, or the study of human character.In Two Volumes.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.