""Word Portraits of Famous Writers"" is a book written by Mabel E. Wotton and originally published in 1887. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most famous writers of the time, including William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, and Jane Austen. Each chapter focuses on a specific author and provides a detailed portrait of their life, work, and literary legacy. Wotton's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in literature and literary history. The book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone who wants to learn more about the lives and works of some of the greatest writers in history.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.