""Illustrious Personages of the Nineteenth Century: With an Introduction"" is a book written by Henry Philip Tappan and published in 1853. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of notable individuals who lived during the 19th century. These individuals come from a variety of fields, including politics, literature, science, and the arts. The book's introduction provides an overview of the 19th century, highlighting the significant events and changes that occurred during this time period. Tappan then proceeds to profile several influential figures, including politicians such as Napoleon Bonaparte, William Pitt the Younger, and Andrew Jackson; writers such as William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Edgar Allan Poe; scientists such as Charles Darwin and Louis Pasteur; and artists such as Ludwig van Beethoven and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Each biography provides a detailed account of the individual's life, achievements, and contributions to their respective fields. Tappan also includes personal anecdotes and quotes to give readers a sense of the individual's character and personality. Overall, ""Illustrious Personages of the Nineteenth Century: With an Introduction"" offers a comprehensive look at some of the most influential and noteworthy individuals of the 19th century, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in this time period or the people who shaped it.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.

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