Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Bedlam" to "Benson, George" : Volume 3, Slice 5

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, 'Bedlam' to 'Benson, George'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work compiled during the early 20th century. This edition serves as a dictionary of arts, sciences, literature, and general information, offering entries on a multitude of topics ranging from historical figures to geographic locations. The content is designed to provide readers with accurate and concise information, making it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and general knowledge seekers. The opening portion introduces various entries included in this volume, starting with "Bedlam," which details the history of the first English lunatic asylum established in the 13th century, followed by diverse topics such as geographical locations like Bedlington and details about notable figures like William Bedloe and Bedmar. Each article provides insights into specific subjects, showcasing the breadth of knowledge encompassed within the encyclopaedia. By outlining a series of entries, the opening illustrates its educational scope, which aims to inform readers about significant historical and cultural aspects of the world in a systematic way. (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: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2010-12-01