This manual by English author and antiquary, John Timbs was presented to the public with the objective of correcting the past by the light of that time, and directing their attention to many chief matters of Knowledge for the Time. Throughout the work, the author, John Timbs, has attempted to benefit himself from the most reliable views of leading writers on events of that time; and by grasping new points of knowledge and sources of information, to present, in a classified form, a collection of facts and opinions, and assist in the formation of an excellent general judgment, or direct still...

This work focuses on the critical subjects of time and human life in an interesting way. The English author John Timbs focuses on great truths from the living and the dead. Timbs drew the character sketches presented in the book in great measure from his own time to create curiosity in the readers and engage them. Timbs' incredible depiction of the events makes this a timeless work and an essential piece of history. All the experiences mentioned in the book are written in a remarkable style that is pleasant to read and easy to understand. These experiences were original and were acquired from...

This work focuses on the critical subjects of time and human life in an interesting way. The English author John Timbs focuses on great truths from the living and the dead. Timbs drew the character sketches presented in the book in great measure from his own time to create curiosity in the readers and engage them. Timbs' incredible depiction of the events makes this a timeless work and an essential piece of history. All the experiences mentioned in the book are written in a remarkable style that is pleasant to read and easy to understand. These experiences were original and were acquired from...