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28 - Treasury of Heroes and Heroines by Clayton Edwards

28 - Treasury of Heroes and Heroines by Clayton Edwards

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 Imagine gathering a diverse cast of characters from history and literature, listening to their intriguing conversations that highlight the contrasts of human experience. This book presents a captivating collection of lives filled with drama and adventure, drawn from every age and corner of the globe. The publishers believe that no such collection would be complete without semi-historical figures like King Arthur, Robin Hood, and William Tell, alongside literary icons such as Don Quixote, the Prince of Madness, and Rip Van Winkle, the Prince of Laziness. While these characters may not fit the traditional mold of heroism, their stories resonate with the qualities that made them memorable in the eyes of others. This delightful blend of actual and imagined heroes enriches the Treasury, offering a vibrant spectrum of human experience and serving as the court jesters in the Hall of Fame.
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