
audiobook
Step into a world of scholarly curiosity with this digitized slice of a historic encyclopedia. Covering entries from “L” through “Lamellibranchia,” it offers concise, authoritative articles on everything from geography and biology to law and the arts, all written by the leading experts of the early 1900s. The meticulous layout, complete with cross‑references and explanatory notes, invites listeners to explore topics as diverse as the Labrador tea plant, the intricacies of labor legislation, and the classification of bivalve mollusks.
Beyond sheer breadth, the work captures the tone of an era when knowledge was curated by university scholars and presented with a calm, measured voice. As you listen, you’ll hear the cadence of a time when each entry aimed to educate a broad readership, making complex subjects accessible without sacrificing depth. Whether you’re a lifelong learner or simply enjoy wandering through a well‑organized repository of facts, this audio journey offers a fascinating glimpse into the foundations of modern reference literature.
Full title
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "L" to "Lamellibranchia" Volume 16, Slice 1
Language
en
Duration
~19 hours (1116K 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
2013-01-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
A collection shaped by many different voices, backgrounds, and eras, bringing together a wide range of styles and perspectives in one place.
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