In this two-volume set, Elbert Hubbard takes readers on a journey to the homes and workplaces of some of history's most famous figures. From Napoleon Bonaparte and William Shakespeare to Charles Darwin and Marie Curie, Hubbard's vivid prose brings these luminaries to life and offers a unique glimpse into their achievements and struggles. Beautifully illustrated and expertly researched, Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great is a must-read for anyone interested in the people who shaped our world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.