Chart of biography

In , 18th-century British polymath Joseph Priestley published A Chart of Biography and its accompanying prose description as a supplement to his Lectures on History and General Policy. [1]. History as recounted in the Bible poses thorny representational problems to which the Chart of Biography responds simply and effectively: by beginning in BC rather than at Creation, Priestley brackets most of Old Testament history. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
A chart of biography. To the Right Honourable Hugh Lord Willoughby of Parham this chart is with the greatest respect and gratitude inscribed by his Lordship's most obedient and most humble servant Joseph Priestley