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Title:
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Demijohn" to "Destructors"
Volume 8, Slice 2
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encyclop%C3%A6dia_Britannica_Eleventh_Edition
Credits:
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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Summary: "Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Demijohn' to 'Destructors'" by Various is an encyclopedic dictionary covering a vast array of topics across arts, sciences, and literature, likely compiled in the early 20th century. This reference work presents detailed entries on diverse subjects, ranging from common objects like the demijohn to complex concepts such as democracy and prominent historical figures. The opening of this comprehensive volume begins with the definition of a demijohn, describing it as a large glass or earthenware jar typically encased in wickerwork, capable of holding several gallons. Written in a scholarly manner, the text highlights the term's etymology and various uses throughout history. Following this, the entries cover a range of subjects, including legal terminologies, political theories, historical figures, and civic responsibilities, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of various fields ranging from philosophy to political science. Each entry is meticulously crafted to provide a well-rounded understanding of the topic at hand, illustrating the encyclopaedia's aim to serve as a significant resource for students, researchers, and inquisitive readers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 30685
Published: Dec 15, 2009
Downloads: 1381
Language: English
Subject: Encyclopedias and dictionaries
LoCC: General Works: Encyclopedias
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Demijohn" to "Destructors"
Volume 8, Slice 2
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encyclop%C3%A6dia_Britannica_Eleventh_Edition
Credits:
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Demijohn' to 'Destructors'" by Various is an encyclopedic dictionary covering a vast array of topics across arts, sciences, and literature, likely compiled in the early 20th century. This reference work presents detailed entries on diverse subjects, ranging from common objects like the demijohn to complex concepts such as democracy and prominent historical figures. The opening of this comprehensive volume begins with the definition of a demijohn, describing it as a large glass or earthenware jar typically encased in wickerwork, capable of holding several gallons. Written in a scholarly manner, the text highlights the term's etymology and various uses throughout history. Following this, the entries cover a range of subjects, including legal terminologies, political theories, historical figures, and civic responsibilities, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of various fields ranging from philosophy to political science. Each entry is meticulously crafted to provide a well-rounded understanding of the topic at hand, illustrating the encyclopaedia's aim to serve as a significant resource for students, researchers, and inquisitive readers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Various
EBook No.: 30685
Published: Dec 15, 2009
Downloads: 1381
Language: English
Subject: Encyclopedias and dictionaries
LoCC: General Works: Encyclopedias
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.