The Gallery of Portraits: with Memoirs. Volume 5 (of 7) by Arthur Thomas Malkin
"The Gallery of Portraits: with Memoirs. Volume 5" by Arthur Thomas Malkin is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume is part of a larger series that compiles portraits and biographical sketches of notable figures, likely focusing on influential personalities from various fields such as literature, science, and politics. The work aims to document the lives and contributions of these individuals, making it a valuable resource for readers
interested in historical biographies. The opening of the volume introduces Jeremy Taylor, a prominent English divine and author, outlining his background, early life, and notable achievements. It describes Taylor's education at Cambridge, his career as a preacher, and his later challenges during the civil unrest of the 17th century. This portion sets the stage for exploring Taylor's influential writings and religious perspectives, emphasizing his role in shaping ecclesiastical thought during a tumultuous period in English history. Additionally, it hints at Taylor's relationships and the impact of personal tragedies on his life's work, paving the way for a deeper investigation into his contributions to theology and literature throughout the series. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Malkin, Arthur Thomas |
|---|---|
| Title | The Gallery of Portraits: with Memoirs. Volume 5 (of 7) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Taylor -- Lavoisier -- Sydenham -- Clarendon -- Reynolds -- Swift -- Locke -- Selden -- Paré -- Blake -- L'Hôpital -- Mrs. Siddons -- Herschel -- Romilly -- Shakspeare -- Euler -- Sir W. Jones -- Rousseau -- Harrison -- Montaigne -- Pope -- Bolivar -- Arkwright -- Cowper. |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55358 |
| Release Date | Aug 15, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 174 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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