A Book of Golden Deeds

A Book of Golden Deeds by Charlotte M. Yonge is a collection of inspiring true stories about individuals who demonstrated extraordinary courage, kindness, and selflessness. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different historical figure or event. The stories range from the heroic actions of Joan of Arc and William Wallace to the selfless deeds of Florence Nightingale and Father Damien, who helped the sick and suffering in leper colonies. Yonge’s writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for readers of all ages. Her descriptions of the people and events are vivid and detailed, transporting readers back in time to witness these acts of bravery and compassion firsthand. Throughout the book, Yonge emphasizes the importance of moral courage and the power of individual actions to make a positive difference in the world. The book is a timeless reminder of the potential for goodness and heroism in all of us.Twenty thousand Persians had died before that handful of men! Xerxes asked Demaratus if there were many more at Sparta like these, and was told there were 8,000. It must have been with a somewhat failing heart that he invited his courtiers from the fleet to see what he had done to the men who dared to oppose him! and showed them the head and arm of Leonidas set up upon a cross; but he took care that all his own slain, except 1,000, should first be put out of sight. The body of the brave king was buried where he fell, as were those of the other dead.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.