Publisher's Synopsis
Lives And Deeds Worth Knowing About: With Other Miscellanies is a book written by William Fleming Stevenson and published in 1870. The book is a collection of essays and stories about notable people and events from history. The author provides detailed accounts of the lives and achievements of individuals such as Sir Walter Raleigh, William Shakespeare, and Samuel Johnson. The book also includes stories about significant events such as the Gunpowder Plot and the Great Fire of London. In addition to these historical accounts, the book contains several miscellaneous essays on topics such as the importance of education, the role of women in society, and the value of perseverance. Overall, Lives And Deeds Worth Knowing About is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in history and the lives of remarkable individuals who have made significant contributions to society.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.