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Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory"
Volume 12, Slice 1
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"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Gichtel, Johann' to 'Glory'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 20th century. This edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica covers a diverse range of topics, with entries including notable figures, historical events, scientific concepts, and cultural references. It serves as a rich resource for readers interested in expanding their knowledge across various disciplines. The opening of this edition highlights several entries, beginning with Johann Georg Gichtel, a German mystic, and offering insights into his life and ideologies. It details his departure from a legal career to focus on religious pursuits and his influence as a leader of a group known as the Gichtelians. The section continues by introducing figures like Joshua Reed Giddings, an American statesman involved in the abolition movement, and Gideon, a Biblical character known as a judge and liberator of Israel. These varied articles illustrate the Encyclopaedia's breadth and the significant contributions of individuals to history and culture, setting a tone of informative exploration for the volumes to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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