A biographical summary of the pre-eminent men of Britain grouped by profession. The extensive survey draws from information including college graduation, reputation during career, fellowships, and even known relatives. Includes discussions on findings and observations as well as referenced appendices. - Summary by Leon Harvey
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Chapters
- Chapter 1
Preface
34:52 - Chapter 2
Introductory Chapter
07:15 - Chapter 3
Classification of Men According to Their Reputation
12:46 - Chapter 4
Classification of Men According to Their Natural Gifts
39:29 - Chapter 5
Comparison of the Two Classifications
22:35 - Chapter 6
Notation
05:30 - Chapter 7
The Judges of England Between 1660 and 1865
55:50 - Chapter 8
Statesmen
09:10 - Chapter 9
English Peerages. Their Influence Upon Race
21:12 - Chapter 10
Commanders
15:00 - Chapter 11
Literary Men
07:42 - Chapter 12
Men of Science
11:40 - Chapter 13
Poets
03:46 - Chapter 14
Musicians
02:45 - Chapter 15
Painters
03:32 - Chapter 16
Divines
51:48 - Chapter 17
Senior Classics of Cambridge
02:58 - Chapter 18
Oarsmen
07:45 - Chapter 19
Wrestlers of the North Country
01:45 - Chapter 20
Comparison of Results
34:17 - Chapter 21
The Comparative Worth of Different Races
27:08 - Chapter 22
Influences That Affect the General Ability of Nations
21:47 - Chapter 23
General Considerations
23:32 - Chapter 24
Appendix
11:09