The Ridpath Library of Universal Literature

<p><i>The Ridpath Library of Universal Literature Volume 17</i> presents a comprehensive biographical and bibliographical summary of the world's most eminent authors. Compiled by John Clark Ridpath this volume includes choice extracts and masterpieces from their writings offering readers a rich tapestry of literary achievement. Explore the lives and works of influential figures who have shaped the landscape of global literature providing invaluable insights into their creative processes and enduring legacies. This collection serves as an essential reference for students scholars and anyone with a passion for the written word. Discover the timeless appeal of the world's greatest authors in this meticulously curated anthology.</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>