Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Justinian II." to "Kells" Volume 15, Slice 6

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Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Justinian II." to "Kells" Volume 15, Slice 6

by Various Authors

EN·~18 hours·1 chapter

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Step into a world of concise, authoritative knowledge where each entry opens a doorway to a different corner of human understanding. This volume gathers the classic breadth of the encyclopedia, covering everything from ancient monarchs and historic events to scientific terms and cultural phenomena. Its well‑organized format lets listeners quickly locate the facts they need without wading through extraneous detail.

The selected slice runs from the reign of Justinian II through the letter “K,” presenting a mosaic of topics such as early medieval rulers, obscure geographical locations, and intriguing cultural practices. You’ll encounter entries on everything from the Byzantine emperor to the kangaroo‑rat, each distilled into clear, readable prose. The alphabetical arrangement makes it easy to explore unrelated subjects in a single listening session, offering surprising connections between disparate fields.

Listening to this reference work feels like having a knowledgeable guide whispering concise explanations into your ear. The smooth narration highlights the encyclopedia’s timeless relevance, turning a traditionally static resource into an engaging audio experience. Whether you’re curious about history, science, or everyday curiosities, this slice provides a handy, portable library of facts.

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Full title

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Justinian II." to "Kells" Volume 15, Slice 6 Volume 15, Slice 6

Language

en

Duration

~18 hours (1085K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

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

Release date

2012-09-25

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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Various Authors

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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