Anecdotes of Distinguished Persons V2: Chiefly of the Last and Two Preceding Centuries (1804)

Anecdotes of Distinguished Persons Volume 2 is a collection of stories about notable individuals, primarily from the last two centuries. Written by William Seward and originally published in 1804, this book offers a glimpse into the lives and personalities of some of the most influential figures of the time. The anecdotes cover a wide range of subjects, including politics, literature, science, and the arts. Some of the individuals featured in the book include Benjamin Franklin, Samuel Johnson, and William Pitt. The stories are told in a lively and engaging style, making this book an entertaining and informative read for anyone interested in history or biography.In Four 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.