George Long / Society for the Diffusion of Useful Know
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'The Penny Cyclopædia of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, Volume 23' is a comprehensive reference work reflecting the intellectual ambition of 19th-century Britain. Published under the auspices of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, this volume continues the tradition of providing accessible and affordable education to a broad readership. Edited by George Long, the cyclopædia covers a wide array of topics, from science and technology to history and the arts. As part of a multi-volume set, Volume 23 offers detailed and informative entries designed to enlighten and educate. This historical encyclopedia is a valuable resource for understanding the intellectual landscape of the Victorian era, showcasing the era’s commitment to self-improvement and the dissemination of knowledge. It remains relevant for researchers, historians, and anyone interested in the history of education and the pursuit of knowledge.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.