Dictionary Of American Biography V1: Including Men Of The Time Aba To Lin

by Francis Samuel Drake

Book Overview

The Dictionary of American Biography, Volume 1, is a comprehensive reference work that provides detailed biographical information about prominent individuals in American history. This volume covers individuals with surnames starting with the letters A through L, including notable figures such as John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Abraham Lincoln. Written by Francis Samuel Drake, this book includes detailed accounts of the lives and achievements of these historical figures, as well as their contributions to American society and culture. The book is an invaluable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in learning more about the people who have shaped American history.Containing Nearly Ten Thousand Notices Of Persons Of Both Sexes, Of Native And Foreign Birth, Who Have Been Remarkable Or Prominently Connected With The Arts, Sciences, Literature, Politics Or History Of The American Continent. Giving Also The Pronunciation Of Many Of The Foreign And Peculiar American Names, A Key To The Assumed Names Of Writers, And A Supplement.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428645772
• ISBN13: 9781428645776
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 564 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"