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The Cambridge Biographical Encyclopedia Prose Books by David Crystal.

Synopsis

Title: The Cambridge Biographical Encyclopedia
Author/Publisher: David Crystal, Cambridge University Press (Cambridge)
Publication Year: 1998
Format: Substantial Hardcover volume

Presented by the venerable Cambridge University Press, 'The Cambridge Biographical Encyclopedia' stands as a comprehensive single-volume reference work edited by the esteemed linguist, David Crystal. Published in 1998, this substantial encyclopaedia offers a concise yet authoritative compendium of human achievement across millennia and geographies.

As its Second Edition, this non-fiction work represents an updated and refined effort to chronicle the lives of significant individuals. It serves as an indispensable resource for general knowledge, designed to provide adults with factual and accessible biographical information spanning diverse fields from science and arts to politics and sport.

• Global Pantheon of Figures: Explore thousands of entries detailing the lives of influential men and women from every walk of life and historical epoch. From ancient philosophers to contemporary innovators, the scope is truly international and comprehensive.
• Authoritative Scholarship: Benefiting from the editorial guidance of Professor David Crystal, renowned for his contributions to linguistics, each entry is crafted with precision and clarity, upholding the high academic standards synonymous with Cambridge University Press.
• Essential Reference Tool: Designed for ease of use, this encyclopaedia provides quick and reliable access to key biographical facts. It is an ideal resource for researchers, students, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the figures who have shaped our world.

This edition remains a robust and reliable reference cornerstone for any personal or institutional library. Its factual depth and broad coverage ensure its continued relevance as a go-to source for biographical information, reflecting a significant scholarly endeavour from a leading academic publisher.

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