Magill, Frank Northen

Covers the lives of important personages from the ancient world.

Provides coverage of over 330 important men and women of the Renaissance, from all areas of achievement, who flourished between 1454 and 1600.

Provides coverage of over 330 important men and women between 1601 and 1700.

Touches on a variety of areas of achievement as well as geographical scope, with a worldwide focus that includes extensive coverage of non-Europeans and women.