Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Haller, Albrecht" to "Harmonium" : Volume 12, Slice 8

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Haller, Albrecht' to 'Harmonium'" is a comprehensive scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume includes various entries that cover a range of topics from notable figures and historical events to scientific concepts and geographical locations. It serves as a trusted reference for readers seeking knowledge across multiple disciplines, potentially appealing to students, researchers, and curious minds interested in the breadth of human knowledge. The opening portion of this volume features detailed biographical sketches of influential individuals, particularly focusing on prominent figures like Albrecht von Haller, a Swiss anatomist and physiologist, as well as contributions from other notable personalities. The text highlights Haller's impressive intellect, early achievements in various fields, and his pivotal role in advancing medical and botanical sciences during his time. These entries not only provide factual information but also offer insights into the historical and cultural contexts in which these individuals lived and worked, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of scientific and literary topics within the encyclopedia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-12-31