Definition of Earl of Edward Hyde Clarendon

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An English historian and statesman; born at Dinton, Wiltshire, Feb. 18, 1608-9; died in exile at Rouen, France, Dec. 9, 1674. His "History of the Rebellion and Civil Wars in England" and "History of the Civil War in Ireland" are among the foremost authorities for the events and the political biography of the time; and their force, acuteness, and dignified elevation of style give them a high place as literature. His "Essay on an Active and Contemplative Life" also contains many observations good in matter and style.

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An Austrian poet and agitator; born in Duschnik, Bohemia, Oct. 15, 1821; died Vienna, May 13, 1872. He was from youth ardent social reformer, wrote poems under this inspiration. His "Chalice Sword"(1845) distinctly revolutionary. became a "poet of the people", participated movement 1848, elected to Frankfurt Parliament. "Poetic Chronicle Father Mauritius"(1849) attained wide popularity. lived exile for some years, but continued write poetry prose wanderings, reputation constantly increasing. Deep feeling love freedom permeate all work.