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Heroes Of The Storm (1904)

Heroes Of The Storm (1904)

O'Connor, William Douglas
Kimball, Sumner I.

Paperback

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ISBN10: 116660442X
ISBN13: 9781166604424
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 298
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.62 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Heroes of the Storm is a book written by William Douglas O'Connor and originally published in 1904. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of notable figures from history and literature who O'Connor believed embodied heroic qualities. The subjects of the sketches range from ancient Greek heroes like Achilles and Odysseus to modern figures like Abraham Lincoln and Walt Whitman.The book is divided into three sections. The first section focuses on ancient heroes and includes sketches of figures like Hector, Theseus, and Beowulf. The second section focuses on more recent historical figures, including Joan of Arc, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Abraham Lincoln. The final section is dedicated to literary heroes, including Shakespeare's Hamlet and Don Quixote from Cervantes' famous novel.Throughout the book, O'Connor explores what he believes to be the essential qualities of heroism, such as courage, selflessness, and a willingness to sacrifice for the greater good. He also delves into the historical and cultural contexts of each figure, providing readers with a deeper understanding of their significance.Overall, Heroes of the Storm is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of heroism throughout history and literature. It offers readers a unique perspective on what it means to be a hero and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the subject.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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