Publisher's Synopsis
The Boyhood of Great Men is a book written by John G. Edgar that aims to provide an inspiring example to young readers. The book explores the childhood experiences of various famous men, including Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Isaac Newton, among others. Through anecdotes and stories, the book shows how these men overcame challenges and developed the skills and character traits that would later make them great leaders and thinkers. The book is intended to serve as a guide for young people, encouraging them to pursue their dreams and to develop the qualities that are necessary for success. Overall, The Boyhood of Great Men is a timeless and inspiring book that offers valuable lessons for readers of all ages.1854. The object of the following pages is to place before the reader brief narratives of the career of those who have fought their way to eminence and distinction in various walks of life; and thus to develop in the mind of youth noble tastes and high principles, as well as to inspire and sustain that spirit of industry, which is essential to the attainment of any position worth striving for. Contents: Great: Poets, Historians; Critics; Statesmen; Lawyers; Philanthropists; Astronomers; Natural Philosophers; Mathematicians; Chemists; Naturalists; Sailors; Soldiers; Musicians; Painters; Sculptors; Scholars; Divines; Surgeons.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.
