Biographies Collection

D. B. Wyndham-Lewis
Dominic Bevan Wyndham-Lewis (1891 - 1969), British writer, editor and biographer. Contributor to the Daily Express, The Bystander and the News Chronicle

Pedro de Ribadeneira, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791
3473311 Pedro de Ribadeneira, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791; (add.info.: Pedro de Ribadeneira, 1527 - 1611. Spanish hagiologist)

Florence, monument to Dante Alighieri in Santa Croce Church. Giacomo Leopardi was inspired by it to compose the poem
MME4730841 Florence, monument to Dante Alighieri in Santa Croce Church. Giacomo Leopardi was inspired by it to compose the poem Above the monument to Dante, 1818-1829 (marble) by Ricci

Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874 - 1936), English author, journalist and essayist. Chesterton was the author of some 63 books by the time of his death including biographies of Robert Browning

Izaac Walton, English writer
Izaac Walton (c1593-1683), English writer, best known for The Compleat Angler and Waltons Lives (short biographies). 17th century

Las Casas and his son writing the history of Napoleon under his dictation (colour litho)
725938 Las Casas and his son writing the history of Napoleon under his dictation (colour litho) by Myrbach-Rheinfeld, Felicien baron de (b.1853) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portraits of the Presidents (colour litho)
AQS254815 Portraits of the Presidents (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

Frontispiece of La Gallerie des Femmes Fortes (
695065 Frontispiece of La Gallerie des Femmes Fortes ( The Gallery of Strong Women ) by Pierre Le Moyne, published in Paris, 1647 (engraving) by Cortona

Doug Ellis, Chairman Aston Villa FC, signing copies of his new book Deadly! outside WH Smith in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Saturday 3rd October 1998

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The immortal Roko Roko (title on object) A parody of biographies of wise men by courtesans: a series of seven prints (series title) Keisei mitate ressenden - nanaban no uchi (series title on object)

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The immortal (sennin) Okyo A parody of biographies of wise men by courtesans: a series of seven prints (series title) Keisei mitate ressenden - nanaban no uchi (series title on object)

Carol Thatcher April 1997. Carol Thatcher, author and daughter of former PM Margaret Thatcher pictured at photocall launch of her new book Below The Parapet, a biography of her father Denis Thatcher

Portrait of the Visigothic king Don Rodrigo (left)
" Portrait of the Visigothic king Don Rodrigo (left) and the Berber general Tarik. Page of the book " Semblanza de Reyes", illustrated biographies for the king of Castile Alfonso XI

John Viscount Morley
JOHN, viscount MORLEY Statesman and historian, author of several historical biographies, notably Gladstone. Date: 1838 - 1923

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Samuel Smiles (1812-1904) Scottish author and campaigner for political reform, born at Haddington. He studied medicine at Edinburgh university. Editor of the Leeds Times (1838-1845)

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"Exploring Lives: A Journey through Biographies" Delve into the captivating world as we uncover the remarkable stories of individuals who shaped history. From D. B. Wyndham-Lewis to Gilbert Keith Chesterton, these pages unveil the lives and legacies of extraordinary figures. Trinity Island, immortalized in an engraving from Andre Thevet's Universal Cosmology, takes us back to a time when exploration was at its zenith. Join us as we navigate uncharted waters alongside William Dampier, the intrepid British circumnavigator and hydrographer. Quinto Cenni's plate depicting the Italian Royal Fleet during the Italo-Turkish war transports us to a tumultuous era marked by conflict and conquest. Witness James Cook's grand parade of war canoes in Pare through an enchanting engraving by P. Fumagalli, capturing the spirit of adventure that defined his expeditions. The Kitab-I Bahriye's map reveals Gallipoli's strategic importance throughout history—a testament to mankind's ceaseless pursuit for power and control over land and sea. Izaac Walton, an English writer known for his profound works on angling, invites us into his literary realm where nature intertwines with human experiences. Emile Bayard's drawing depicts Stanley overcoming treacherous rapids on the Congo River—an emblematic moment symbolizing resilience amidst adversity. And witness Las Casas and his son chronicling Napoleon’s history under his dictation—a colorful lithograph that reminds us how narratives shape our understanding of past events. Finally, journey to Senegal with an enchanting 17th-century engraving showcasing Dutch Fort Nassau on Goree Island—a poignant reminder of colonialism’s impact across continents. Join us as we unravel these enthralling biographical tales—each page turned is another step closer to comprehending humanity’s intricate tapestry woven throughout centuries past.