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| Transcriber's note: | A few typographical errors have been corrected. They appear in the text like this, and the explanation will appear when the mouse pointer is moved over the marked passage. Sections in Greek will yield a transliteration when the pointer is moved over them, and words using diacritic characters in the Latin Extended Additional block, which may not display in some fonts or browsers, will display an unaccented version. Links to other EB articles: Links to articles residing in other EB volumes will be made available when the respective volumes are introduced online. |
Step into the world of the classic eleventh‑edition Encyclopaedia Britannica, where each entry unfolds like a concise lesson in history, science, and the arts. From the storied Roman hero Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus to the nuanced practice of cleruchy, the text blends clear definitions with insightful context, supported by meticulous footnotes and modern typographic corrections. Interactive touches—such as hover‑over transliterations of Greek passages and explanations of diacritic quirks—bring an unexpected layer of accessibility to this venerable reference.
Listeners will find the volume’s alphabetical journey both orderly and surprising, as entries weave together notable figures, technical terms, and cultural landmarks. The careful editing preserves the original scholarly tone while smoothing over occasional typographical slips, making the material feel both authentic and approachable. Whether you’re brushing up on ancient Roman virtues or exploring the evolution of everyday objects, this slice of the Britannica offers a satisfying, well‑structured listening experience.
Full title
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" Volume 6, Slice 4 Volume 6, Slice 4
Language
en
Duration
~19 hours (1111K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2010-03-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
This collection brings together writing from more than one contributor, so there isn’t a single author story to tell. The focus is on the range of voices in the work itself.
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