Publisher's Synopsis
Deeds of Genius: As Exhibited in the Lives of Eminent Persons is a book written by Mary Jane Piercy and published in 1856. The book is a collection of biographies of famous people who have achieved great success in various fields such as science, literature, art, and politics. The author aims to inspire readers with the stories of these individuals who have made significant contributions to society through their talents and hard work. The book includes biographies of famous figures such as William Shakespeare, Isaac Newton, Leonardo da Vinci, and Napoleon Bonaparte. The author provides a detailed account of their lives, highlighting their accomplishments, struggles, and personal traits that made them stand out as geniuses. The book also includes illustrations and portraits of the featured individuals. Overall, Deeds of Genius is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, biography, and the pursuit of excellence.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.
