Eminent Lives Books in Order

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The Eminent Lives series, published between 2006 and 2007, features short biographies of notable historical figures, written by established authors. Each book focuses on the life and influence of its subject, emphasizing the context in which they lived and the prevailing perceptions of them. The series highlights figures from diverse backgrounds, exploring their roles in history and the cultural or religious significance attributed to them.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Muhammad: A Prophet for Our Time

    2006 · Karen Armstrong

    Muhammad: A Prophet For Our Time is a 2006 non-fiction book by British writer Karen Armstrong. It is part of the "Eminent Lives" series, which…

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  2. Shakespeare

    2007 · Bill Bryson

    Shakespeare: The World as Stage is a 199-page biography of William Shakespeare by Bill Bryson. Part of HarperCollins' "Eminent Lives" series, the…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Eminent Lives books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Muhammad: A Prophet for Our Time”. Start with “Muhammad: A Prophet for Our Time.”

How many books are in the Eminent Lives series?

We list 2 books by Karen Armstrong , published between 2006–2007.

Where can I buy the Eminent Lives books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.