Studies in Contemporary Biography
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In Studies in Contemporary Biography, Viscount James Bryce offers a series of insightful and erudite profiles of prominent figures from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This collection of essays delves into the lives and contributions of influential individuals across various fields, including politics, literature, and science.Bryce's analytical approach provides readers with a deep understanding of the subjects' achievements and their impact on society. His keen observations and thoughtful reflections highlight the complexities of their characters and the significance of their work in ...
Chapters (25)
- STUDIES IN CONTEMPORARY BIOGRAPHY
- STUDIES IN CONTEMPORARY BIOGRAPHY
- PREFACE
- CONTENTS
- BENJAMIN DISRAELI, EARL OF BEACONSFIELD[1]
- DEAN STANLEY[16]
- THOMAS HILL GREEN
- ARCHBISHOP TAIT[19]
- ANTHONY TROLLOPE[21]
- JOHN RICHARD GREEN[22]
- SIR GEORGE JESSEL, MASTER OF THE ROLLS
- LORD CHANCELLOR CAIRNS
- BISHOP FRASER
- SIR STAFFORD HENRY NORTHCOTE, EARL OF IDDESLEIGH[34]
- CHARLES STEWART PARNELL
- CARDINAL MANNING
- EDWARD AUGUSTUS FREEMAN[37]
- ROBERT LOWE VISCOUNT SHERBROOKE[41]
- WILLIAM ROBERTSON SMITH
- HENRY SIDGWICK
- EDWARD ERNEST BOWEN[53]
- EDWIN LAWRENCE GODKIN
- LORD ACTON
- WILLIAM EWART GLADSTONE
- INDEX
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