Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Mars" to "Matteawan" Volume 17, Slice 7

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Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Mars" to "Matteawan" Volume 17, Slice 7

by Various Authors

EN·~20 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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Description

This slice of the renowned 11th edition offers concise yet thorough articles that run alphabetically from the planet Mars to the town of Matteawan. Each entry blends scientific facts, historical notes, and cultural references, giving listeners a quick way to explore subjects as diverse as astronomy, geography, and notable personalities. The text preserves the original scholarly tone of the early twentieth‑century reference while updating typographical quirks for smooth narration.

Listeners will appreciate the clear, measured delivery that lets the information sink in without feeling rushed. Whether you’re curious about the red planet’s visible features, the customs of the Masai people, or the origins of a small New York hamlet, the audio guide provides just enough detail to spark further inquiry. It serves both as a handy refresher and as a gateway to deeper research.

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Full title

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Mars" to "Matteawan" Volume 17, Slice 7 Volume 17, Slice 7

Language

en

Duration

~20 hours (1164K 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

2013-04-16

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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Various Authors

A shared credit like this usually means the audiobook brings together work by more than one writer. That can make for a lively listening experience, with different voices, styles, and ideas collected in one place.

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