This is a complete set of eight volumes of "Beacon Lights of History" written by Dr. John Lord and published by WM H Wise Co. in New York. The books are in English and cover various topics related to history. Volume 1: Part 1 - The Old Pagan Civilizations Part 2 - Jewish Heroes and Prophets Volume 2: Part 1 - Ancient Achievements Part 2 - Imperial Antiquity Volume 3: Part 1 - The Middle Ages Part 2 - Renaissance and Reformation Volume 4: Part 1 - Great Women Part 2 - Great Rulers Volume 5: Part 1 - European Statesmen Part 2 - European Leaders Volume 6: Part 1 - American Founders Part 2 - American Leaders Volume 7: Part 1 - Great Writers Part 2 - The New Era Volume 8: Part 1 - New Hall of Fame Part 2 - Premiere Personalities