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Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker"   By:

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The 11th Edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica continues to be a valuable resource for in-depth information on a wide range of topics. Volume 10 covers a diverse range of subjects, from the life of French historian Claude Fleury to the political career of Joseph B. Foraker. The articles are well-written and thoroughly researched, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of each topic.

One of the standout features of this edition is the depth of coverage on each subject. The entries are detailed and informative, giving readers a thorough understanding of the people, events, and concepts discussed. The writing is clear and engaging, making it easy for readers to follow along and absorb the information presented.

The diversity of topics covered in this volume is also impressive. From history and politics to science and literature, there is something for everyone in this volume. Whether you are a student conducting research or a curious reader looking to expand your knowledge, this edition has something to offer.

Overall, the 11th Edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica, Volume 10 is a valuable addition to any library. It is a comprehensive resource that provides readers with a wealth of information on a wide range of subjects. Whether you are looking to learn something new or simply deepen your understanding of a particular topic, this volume has something to offer. Highly recommended for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of the world around them.

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Transcriber's notes:

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

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

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

(4) Macrons and breves above letters and dots below letters were not inserted.

(5) [root] stands for the root symbol; [alpha], [beta], etc. for greek letters.

(6) The following typographical errors have been corrected:

ARTICLE FLORENCE: "... while the new structures erected in their place, especially those in the Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, are almost uniformly ugly and quite out of keeping with Florentine architecture." 'Piazza' amended from 'Piaza'.

ARTICLE FLORIDA: "Not until the last decade of the 17th century did the Spanish authorities attempt to extend the settlements beyond the east coast." 'Not' amended from 'no'.

ARTICLE FLOWER: "The exine is a firm membrane, which defines the figure of the pollen grain, and gives colour to it." 'exine' amended from 'extine'.

ARTICLE FOG: "... the cooling of air by rarefaction due to the reduction of pressure on ascent, cannot be invoked, except in the case of the fogs forming the cloud caps of hills, which are perhaps not fairly included... Continue reading book >>


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