Publisher's Synopsis
The Dictionary of American Biography Volume 1: Including Men of the Time Aba to Lin is a comprehensive reference book written by Francis Samuel Drake. This large print edition provides an extensive collection of biographical information on notable American figures from the early days of the country up until the late 19th century. The book covers a wide range of individuals from various fields, including politics, business, literature, and the arts. Each entry includes a detailed account of the person's life, accomplishments, and contributions to American society. The book is an excellent resource for researchers, scholars, and anyone interested in American history and culture.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 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.
