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Jacob Abbott (November 14, 1803 – October 31, 1879) was an American writer of children's books. On November 14, 1803, Abbott was born in Hallowell, Maine. Abbott's father was Jacob Abbott and his mother was Betsey Abbott. Abbott attended the Hallowell Academy. Abbott graduated from Bowdoin College in 1820. Abbott studied at Andover Theological Seminary in 1821, 1822, and 1824. Abbott was tutor in 1824–1825. From 1825 to 1829 was professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst College; was licensed to preach by the Hampshire Association in 1826; founded the Mount Vernon School for Young Ladies in Boston in 1829, and was principal of it in 1829–1833; was pastor of Eliot Congregational Church (which he founded), at Roxbury, Massachusetts in 1834–1835; and was, with his brothers, a founder, and in 1843–1851 a principal of Abbott's Institute, and in 1845–1848 of the Mount Vernon School for Boys, in New York City.

History of Julius Caesar is a classic Julius Caesar biography by Jacob Abbott. The Roman hero was Julius Caesar. He was born just one hundred years before the Christian era. His renown does not depend, like that of Alexander, on foreign conquests, nor, like that of Hannibal, on the terrible energy of his aggressions upon foreign foes, but upon his protracted and dreadful contests with, and ultimate triumphs over, his rivals and competitors at home.

The History of Julius Caesar - The Life and Accomplishments of the Great Roman LeaderJulius Caesar is one of the most illustrious figures in history, and remains to this day among the most well-known leaders of the ancient world, having lead Rome through the fall of Pompey, the Conquest of Gaul and the Battle of Pharsalia - all presented in great detail in this exceptional book written by Jacob Abbott, who has managed to add a new and accurate take on the accomplishments of Caesar, as well as a detailed account of his life.If you're a history buff with an interest in some of the most well-known figures who have shaped history as we know it today, you will definitely love Abbott's book. Starting to present Julius Caesar from the very beginning of his story, as well as through his life and the events leading to the accomplishments that have set him apart as a historical figure, and right up to his assassination.Some of the most interesting parts of the book that are well worth reading in great detail are the mid-to-final chapters where we are acquainted with a Caesar who has become a mature leader and emperor, and we are presented with his many dealings through what is now modern day Europe and North Africa, particularly with regards to his exploits in Egypt.Although written in a simple and straightforward style, the book captivates through its clear and unbiased depiction of the events recorded by history that had the most profound effect on Julius Caesar's life, the Roman Empire as it was stretched out at the time and even the world, for centuries to come.The History of Julius Caesar is one read you will not easily be able to put down. Through its simplicity and detailed narrative portrayals, it also provides us with great educational value, being a testament to the manner in which history can teach newer generations about the impact that certain actions and events can have on the entire world.

It is the object of this series of histories to present a clear, distinct, and connected narrative of the lives of those great personages who have in various ages of the world made themselves celebrated as leaders among mankind, and, by the part they have taken in the public affairs of great nations, have exerted the widest influence on the history of the human race. The end which the author has had in view is twofold: first, to communicate such information in respect to the subjects of his narratives as is important for the general reader to possess; and, secondly, to draw such moral lessons from the events described and the characters delineated as they may legitimately teach to the people of the present age.(Typographical errors above are due to OCR software and don't occur in the book.)About the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org

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