Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 01 by Elbert Hubbard

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Author Hubbard, Elbert, 1856-1915
Editor Bann, Fred
Title Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 01
Little Journeys to the Homes of Good Men and Great
Contents Autobiographical -- George Eliot -- Thomas Carlyle -- John Ruskin -- William E. Gladstone -- J.M.W. Turner -- Jonathan Swift -- Walt Whitman -- Victor Hugo -- Wm. Wordsworth -- William M. Thackeray -- Charles Dickens -- Oliver Goldsmith -- William Shakespeare -- Thomas A. Edison.
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Summary "Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 01" by Elbert Hubbard is a collection of biographical sketches written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a homage to notable figures from history, aiming to offer readers insight into their lives, achievements, and the influence they had on civilization. In effect, the book functions as both a tribute and an exploration of the ideals and philosophies espoused by these prominent personalities. At the start of this volume, the publisher's preface reflects on Hubbard's legacy, noting the significant time he dedicated to producing these inspirational pieces over a span of fourteen years. The preface sets the tone by emphasizing the importance of legacy and individual contributions to society, likening Hubbard's work to that of Plutarch. Hubbard's own autobiographical reflection introduces his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to enhancing the local community through the Roycroft Shops, which fostered a creative environment for artisans. The introductory portion frames the coming narratives as not just historical recounts, but as personal journeys that resonate with modern aspirations for beauty, craftsmanship, and moral character. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
Subject Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Eliot, George, 1819-1880 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Ruskin, John, 1819-1900 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Gladstone, W. E. (William Ewart), 1809-1898 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775-1851 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Whitman, Walt, 1819-1892 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Wordsworth, William, 1770-1850 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774 -- Homes and haunts
Subject Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931 -- Homes and haunts
Category Text
EBook-No. 12933
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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