“This Earle of Oxford, making of his low obeisance to Queen Elizabeth, happened to let a Fart, at which he was so abashed and ashamed that he went to Travell, 7 yeares. On his returne the Queen welcomed him home, and sayd, My Lord, I had forgott the Fart.”
This book offers a series of short, engaging biographies that provide insights into the lives and achievements of a diverse group of historical figures. Each biography is crafted to capture the essence of the subject's life, highlighting key moments and contributions without delving into extensive detail. more
John Aubrey was an English writer renowned for his biographical works on historical figures in England. His masterpiece, 'Biographies of Eminent Englishmen,' has had a profound impact on the study of English history. more
“How these curiosities would be quite forgott, did not such idle fellowes as I am putt them downe!”
“Fear makes us feel our humanity.”