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Dictionary of National Biography

Dictionary of National Biography

The Dictionary of national biography from the earliest times to 1900. Founded in 1882 by George Smith, edited by Sir Leslie Stephen and Sir Sidney Lee. London, Oxford University Press [1937-1938] [This is an unaltered reprint of the 1921-1922 edition.] 22 v.

The Dictionary of National Biography (DNB) is a monumental compilation of biographical entries for people important in the history of the British Isles. It was first published 1885-1901, in 66 volumes. Two editions have been used: an unaltered reprint (1937-1938) of the 1921-1922 edition, which ran to 22 volumes, and an electronic version entitled Oxford Dictionary of National Biography available to subscribers, and persons affiliated with subscribing institutions.