Beacon Lights of History, Volume 13: Great Writers / Dr Lord's Uncompleted Plan, Supplemented with Essays by Emerson, Macaulay, Hedge, and Mercer Adam

Name: Beacon Lights of History, Volume 13: Great Writers / Dr Lord's Uncompleted Plan, Supplemented with Essays by Emerson, Macaulay, Hedge, and Mercer Adam
Author: John Lord

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A collection of final lectures and selected essays assembles biographical sketches and literary criticism of prominent writers, pairing the author's completed studies of men of letters with contributions by Emerson, Macaulay, Hedge, and G. Mercer Adam. Individual chapters outline each subject's life, major works, stylistic traits, and public reception, treating figures such as Rousseau, Sir Walter Scott, Byron, Carlyle, and Macaulay, and offering Emerson on Shakespeare, Macaulay on Milton, Hedge on Goethe, and Adam on Tennyson. The volume focuses on the relation between authors' lives and their creative output and on thematic and formal qualities across genres.

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John Lord

John Lord was an American historian and author, known for his extensive works on history and civilization. His notable series, "Beacon Lights of History," spans multiple volumes that explore significant figures and events from ancient to modern times, emphasizing the impact of individuals on the course of history. Additionally, his book "A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon" serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the evolution of European history. Lord's writings are characterized by their educational focus, making them suitable for both schools and general readers interested in historical narratives.