Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" By: Various |
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The 11th edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica continues to be a valuable resource for anyone seeking in-depth knowledge on a wide range of topics. Volume 10, Slice 4 covers a diverse array of subjects, from the history and culture of Finland to biographical entries on notable figures like Andre Fleury.
The entry on Finland provides a comprehensive overview of the country's geography, economy, and political history. Readers will find detailed information on Finland's role in World War II and its subsequent development as a modern European nation. The inclusion of maps and illustrations adds depth to the text and helps readers visualize key concepts.
The biographical entry on Andre Fleury offers a detailed account of the French composer's life and works. Readers will gain insight into Fleury's artistic influences and the historical context in which he created his music. The entry also discusses Fleury's contributions to the classical music canon and his legacy within the field.
Overall, Volume 10, Slice 4 of the Encyclopaedia Britannica is a valuable addition to any reference library. Whether you're researching a specific topic or simply looking to broaden your knowledge, this volume offers a wealth of information presented in a clear and engaging manner. (1) Numbers following letters (without space) like C2 were originally printed in subscript. Letter subscripts are preceded by an underscore, like C n. (2) Characters following a carat (^) were printed in superscript. (3) Side notes were relocated to function as titles of their respective paragraphs. (4) Macrons and breves above letters and dots below letters were not inserted. (5) [root] stands for the root symbol; [alpha], [beta], etc. for greek letters. (6) The following typographical errors have been corrected: ARTICLE FINLAND: "... but does not reach the Arctic Ocean, and 13 m. from the Varanger fjord it turns southwards." 'Arctic' amended from 'Artic'. ARTICLE FISCHART, JOHANN: "Sie haben Nasen und riechen's nit." 'und' amended from 'vnd'. ARTICLE FISHER, JOHN: "The constancy of Fisher, while driving Henry to a fury that knew no bounds, won the admiration of the whole Christian world, where he had been long known as one of the most learned and pious bishops of the time." 'Christian' amended from 'Christain'. ARTICLE FISHKILL LANDING: "... in which the New York Provincial Congress met in August and September 1776." 'Provincial' amended from 'Provinical'... Continue reading book >>
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