The Gallery of Portraits: with Memoirs. Volume 1 (of 7) by Arthur Thomas Malkin
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"The Gallery of Portraits: with Memoirs. Volume 1" by Arthur Thomas Malkin is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This multi-volume collection provides portraits and biographical sketches of notable figures from various fields, likely emphasizing significant contributions to literature, science, and art. The book offers readers insights into the lives and legacies of individuals such as Dante Alighieri, Sir Humphry Davy, and Kosciusko, blending visual depictions with detailed narratives
about each person's impact on culture and society. The opening of this volume presents detailed accounts of several prominent figures, beginning with Dante Alighieri. It narrates his formative years, influences, and the seminal moments of his life, such as his complex relationship with his muse, Beatrice, and his political struggles in Florence during a tumultuous period. The latter part of the opening discusses Sir Humphry Davy, focusing on his early life, scientific achievements, and contributions to chemistry, such as the invention of the safety lamp, showcasing how each figure's life story intertwines with their historical context. The combination of biographical depth and visual artistry promises a rich exploration of the intellectual and cultural currents of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Malkin, Arthur Thomas |
|---|---|
| Title | The Gallery of Portraits: with Memoirs. Volume 1 (of 7) |
| Contents | Dante -- Sir H. Davy -- Kosciusko -- Flaxman -- Copernicus -- Milton -- Jas. Watt -- Turenne -- Hon. R. Boyle -- Sir I. Newton -- Michael Angelo -- Moliere -- C. J. Fox -- Bossuet -- Lorenzo de Medici -- Geo. Buchanan -- Fénélon -- Sir C. Wren -- Corneille -- Halley -- Sully -- N. Poussin -- Harvey -- Sir J. Banks. |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55047 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-55047-3 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 654 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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