The Wonder Book of Knowledge by Henry Chase Hill
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| Editor | Hill, Henry Chase |
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| Title |
The Wonder Book of Knowledge
The Marvels of Modern Industry and Invention, the Interesting Stories of Common Things, the Mysterious Processes of Nature Simply Explained |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chris Curnow, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Wonder Book of Knowledge" by Henry Chase Hill is a comprehensive collection of accessible explanations regarding modern industry, invention, and natural phenomena written in the early 20th century. The work aims to provide a non-technical account suitable for a wide audience, encompassing fascinating histories and the workings of everyday objects and processes, captivating both children and adults. At the start of the book, the preface lays out its intent to gather interesting and easily digestible information that addresses common questions about the modern world, encouraging curiosity in readers of all ages. The text seeks to bridge the gap between ordinary experiences and the often complex origins of everyday items, making knowledge about industrial advancements and natural wonders engaging and informative. This introductory portion emphasizes the importance of understanding the marvels of knowledge in both educational contexts and home environments, serving as an invitation to explore the fascinating topics covered throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | T: Technology |
| Subject | Industrial arts -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41111 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 9, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 383 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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