Beautiful Characters - James Paton

Beautiful Characters: Or Types Of Victory is a book written by James Paton and published in 1901. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of individuals who have achieved victory in various aspects of life. Paton describes these individuals as ""beautiful characters"" due to their admirable qualities and achievements.The book covers a wide range of people, including historical figures such as Joan of Arc, Martin Luther, and William Wilberforce, as well as more contemporary individuals such as Florence Nightingale and Abraham Lincoln. Each chapter focuses on one person and provides a brief overview of their life, highlighting their accomplishments and the qualities that made them successful.Throughout the book, Paton emphasizes the importance of character in achieving victory. He argues that it is not just talent or opportunity that leads to success, but rather the strength of one's character and their willingness to persevere in the face of adversity. He also explores the role of faith and spirituality in the lives of these individuals, many of whom were motivated by their religious beliefs.Overall, Beautiful Characters: Or Types Of Victory is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that celebrates the achievements of some of history's most remarkable individuals. It offers valuable insights into the qualities that lead to success and serves as a reminder that anyone can achieve greatness with the right mindset and determination.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781104038823