Dictionary of Historical Allusions (eBook)

Thomas Benfield Harbottle (1860-1904) was a British lexicographer and military historian noted for his scholarly contributions to the study of historical terminology and allusions. His lexical works, solidly grounded in historical scholarship, have served as valuable resources for academics, writers, and historians. Harbottle's seminal work, 'Dictionary of Historical Allusions' (1903), has been a cornerstone resource for those seeking to understand the context and underlying meaning of historical references and events. This comprehensive dictionary elucidates the stories and significance behind various allusions spanning a wide range of historical periods, rendering it an indispensable reference for identifying the multifaceted connections across time and culture that form the tapestry of world history. In constructing this dictionary, Harbottle brought meticulous attention to detail and a thorough analytical approach that reflected his dedication to accuracy and his passion for history. His works exhibit a literary style that balances scholarly precision with an accessible presentation, making his books not only informative but also engaging to a broad readership. Harbottle's scholarly pursuits contributed to the late 19th and early 20th-century efforts to systematize historical knowledge and to make that knowledge more readily comprehensible to scholars and the general public alike.