The characteristics of the leaders in the Pernambuco war of independence epitomise the races of Brazil.
"The South American Republics Part I of II"
Thomas C. Dawson
This compilation is intended to epitomise the history of the illustrious family of Bentinck in consecutive order of the events as they have occurred, in such a manner as is not found in any other publication; but in no way to influence opinion either on one side or the other.
"The Portland Peerage Romance"
Charles J. Archard
In the history of these people there is not much in the consideration which we have shown them to justify their allegiance, and if we have secured their loyalty at so critical a moment, let us hope that it may, in some way, epitomise the actions for the future, of the tribes that are allied with them, and, when the moment comes for compensation, let us at least remember the debt of honour which we owe them.
"The Siege of Mafeking (1900)"
J. Angus Hamilton