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Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume"   By:

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Encyclopaedia Britannica's 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" is a comprehensive and meticulously researched reference work that covers a wide range of topics from the French actor Benoît-Constant Coquelin to the history and evolution of costumes throughout different cultures. The depth and breadth of information provided in this volume is truly impressive, making it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking in-depth knowledge on these subjects.

The entries are well-written and engaging, making it easy for readers to dive into the content and learn something new with each page turn. The inclusion of detailed illustrations and images further enhances the reading experience, providing visual context for the information presented.

What sets this edition apart is its historical perspective, offering readers a glimpse into the past and how various subjects have evolved over time. This not only adds depth to the content but also helps readers appreciate the significance and impact of these topics on our present-day society.

Overall, Volume 7 of the 11th Edition of Encyclopaedia Britannica is a must-have for anyone interested in delving into the worlds of Coquelin and costume, offering a wealth of knowledge and insight that is sure to enrich the reader's understanding of these fascinating subjects.

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Transcriber's notes:

(1) Numbers following letters (without space) like C2 were originally printed in subscript. When letters are subscripted, they are preceded by an underscore, like C n.

(2) Characters following a carat (^) were originally printed in superscript.

(3) Side notes were relocated to function as titles of their respective paragraphs.

(4) Letters topped by Macron are represented as [=x].

(5) Letters topped by Breve are represented as [)x].

(6) The following typographical errors have been corrected:

Article CORDUROY: "From the ribbed appearance of the cloth the name corduroy is applied, particularly in America, to a rough road of logs laid transversely side by side, usually across swampy ground." 'America' from 'Amercia'.

Article CORNEILLE, PIERRE: "the only contemporary whose genius entitled him to criticise Corneille." 'entitled' amended from 'entiled'.

Article CORNET: "while in France the instruments with detachable mouthpiece were distinguished by the addition of à bouquin." 'addition' amended from 'adition'.

Article CORNET: "but from the explanation now given, it will be readily understood." Omitted the word 'but' after 'explanation'.

Article CORN LAWS: "and the permission accorded by the statute of 1773 to import foreign corn at any price, to be reexported duty free, was modified by a warehouse duty of 2s... Continue reading book >>


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