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Baldwin was self-educated and one of the most prolific writers of school books for children in the 20th century. This is a collection of stories highlighting the characteristics of some of America's most famous people, from Abraham Lincoln to Robert E. Lee.

From the preface:One of the best things to be said of the stories in this volume is that, although they are not biographical, they are about real persons who actually lived and performed their parts in the great drama of the world's history. Some of these persons were more famous... Read Full Overview

This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare's... Read Full Overview

A companion volume to "Fifty Famous Stories Retold" by James Baldwin, "Fifty Famous People" introduces children to a variety of men who performed their parts in the great drama of the world's history. Included are anecdotes about great American statesmen, such as Lincoln and... Read Full Overview

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

Why are we weighed upon with heaviness And utterly consumed with sharp distress?

James Baldwin (1841-1925) was born in Indiana, United States, and made a career as an administrator and educator in the state starting at the age of 24.

"He prayeth best, who loveth best All things both great and small; For the dear God who loveth us, He made and loveth all." - James Baldwin, Fifty Famous PeopleFifty Famous People by James Baldwin isn't a biographical book. It's in fact a guide about life and how certain 'famous'... Read Full Overview

""Fifty Famous People"" is a collection of biographical sketches written by James Baldwin. The book features fifty individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, such as science, literature, politics, and the arts. The sketches provide a brief overview... Read Full Overview

Fifty Famous People is a book written by James Baldwin that presents the biographies of fifty influential figures from history. The book is divided into short chapters, each one focusing on a different person, and covers a wide range of individuals from various fields such as... Read Full Overview

Fifty Famous People is a collection of short biographical sketches written by James Baldwin, an American author and educator. The book features fifty notable individuals from history, including inventors, artists, scientists, and political figures. Each chapter provides a brief... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

Fifty Famous People is a book written by James Baldwin that profiles the lives and accomplishments of fifty of the most influential individuals in history. The book covers a wide range of figures from various fields including politics, science, literature, and art. Each chapter... Read Full Overview