Heroes of Europe An overview of the Great Men and Women of Europe for young people. Starting with the fall of Rome and ending with Napoleon’s conquests, the book provides details of over thirty hero’s lives. Also included is an overview of life in the middle ages in the country side and towns in which ordinary people lived. First published in 1909, this edition is derived from the original book with 135 black and white illustrations. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.