The Ridpath Library of Universal Literature

<p><i>The Ridpath Library of Universal Literature Volume 11</i> offers a comprehensive overview of the world's most eminent authors. Compiled by John Clark Ridpath this volume provides both biographical and bibliographical summaries granting readers insight into the lives and works of influential literary figures. </p><p>Featuring carefully selected extracts and masterpieces this collection serves as an invaluable resource for students scholars and anyone with an appreciation for literature. Explore the rich tapestry of literary history through detailed author profiles and accessible excerpts that capture the essence of their writing. This volume is a testament to the enduring power of literature and its ability to connect us across time and cultures.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>