""Beacon Lights of History"" is a thirteen-volume series of biographical sketches of famous people throughout history, written by John Lord. Volume 13 includes biographies of notable figures such as John Milton, Samuel Johnson, Voltaire, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and many others. Each chapter provides a detailed account of the individual's life, accomplishments, and impact on history. Lord's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about the influential figures who shaped our world. Overall, ""Beacon Lights of History V13"" is a must-read for history buffs and anyone interested in learning about the people who have made a significant impact on our world.GREAT WRITERS.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.