Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" Volume 9, Slice 6

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Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" Volume 9, Slice 6

by Various Authors

EN·~18 hours·1 chapter

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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. |

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Step into a meticulously edited slice of a historic encyclopedia, where each entry balances concise definition with scholarly depth. The text preserves the original 1911 style while offering modern conveniences—typographical corrections, hover‑over explanations, and transliterations that make even the Greek passages approachable. Listeners will hear a calm, authoritative narration that guides them through the evolution of language and knowledge as it was recorded over a century ago.

From “English Language,” tracing its journey from Anglo‑Saxon roots to modern usage, to “Epsom Salts,” the collection spans law, literature, chemistry, and mythology. Brief yet thorough articles on subjects such as “Enzyme,” “Epicurean philosophy,” and “Entomology” sit alongside cultural pieces on “Enid” and “Enthusiasm.” This volume offers a panoramic glimpse of early twentieth‑century scholarship, inviting curious ears to explore a world where the arts and sciences are catalogued side by side.

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Language

en

Duration

~18 hours (1059K characters)

Release date

2011-02-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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VA

Various Authors

This book is credited to multiple contributors rather than a single writer, bringing together different voices, styles, or perspectives in one place. That often makes for a lively listening experience, especially in anthologies, collections, and themed compilations.

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