James Grant

Gebundenes Buch

Essays On The Origin Of Society, Language, Property, Government, Jurisdiction, Contracts And Marriage

Interspersed With Illustrations From The Greek And Galic Languages (1785)

Beschreibung

This book is a facsimile reprint and may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.

Autor

James Grant was a Scottish novelist and miscellaneous writer, born on 1 August 1822 in Edinburgh, Scotland. He was a distant relative of the renowned author Sir Walter Scott. Grant was a prolific writer, producing around 90 books throughout his career, including a significant number of yellow-back novels. His works spanned various genres, with a focus on historical fiction, adventure, and military tales, often reflecting his keen interest in Scottish and British history. Despite being less well-known today, Grant enjoyed considerable popularity during his lifetime, with his books being widely read. His writing was characterized by rich detail, strong character development, and a focus on historical events. Grant's ability to weave together adventure, drama, and historical contexts made him a respected figure in 19th-century literature. He passed away on 5 May 1887 at the age of 64 in London. While his works may not have achieved the lasting fame of some contemporaries, his contributions to historical fiction and popular literature of the time were significant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 216
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 508g
• ISBN-13: 9781436579957
• ISBN-10: 1436579953
• Artikelnr.: 24683151