Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "McKinley, William" to "Magnetism, Terrestrial"
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Original author: Various
"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition" is a comprehensive scientific publication produced in the early 20th century. This volume, which spans various subjects from "McKinley, William" to "Magnetism," serves as a detailed reference guide containing entries across arts, sciences, and general knowledge. The likely topic of this section covers notable historical figures, geographical names, and scientific concepts, offering summaries and insights into a wide array of subjects. The opening portion of this edition includes a transcription note indicating the various typographical corrections made to articles within the encyclopedia. Specifically, it begins with an entry on the 25th President of the United States, William McKinley, detailing his early life, notable political career, and significant events during his presidency. It mentions his involvement in key legislative matters, such as the McKinley Tariff, his approach to foreign relations marked by the Spanish-American War, and the overall context of his administration leading up to and following his assassination in September 1901. The detailed account is followed by additional entries that cover various topics, suggesting the encyclopedic nature of this work in embracing diverse fields of inquiry.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "McKinley, William" to "Magnetism, Terrestrial", by Various. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #43060.
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40 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter (1)8,686 words
- 2.Front Matter (2)8,644 words
- 3.Front Matter (3)8,443 words
- 4.Front Matter (4)8,331 words
- 5.Front Matter (5)7,788 words
- 6.Front Matter (6)8,642 words
- 7.Front Matter (7)8,650 words
- 8.Front Matter (8)8,564 words
- 9.Front Matter (9)8,534 words
- 10.Front Matter (10)7,558 words
- 11.Front Matter (11)5,252 words
- 12.Chapter I: declares that the English church shall be free and shall119 words
- 13.Chapter II: fixes the amount of the relief to be paid to the king by211 words
- 14.Chapter XI: provides for the repayment of borrowed money to the Jews,51 words
- 15.Chapter XII: says that in future no scutage or aid, beyond the three122 words
- 16.Chapter XIV: provides for the assembly of the council when its consent107 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: declares that those who owe military service for their81 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: declares that common pleas must henceforward be heard in205 words
- 19.Chapter XXV: also concerns the sheriffs. It prevents the king from100 words
- 20.Chapter XXIX: says knights must not be compelled to give money instead76 words
- 21.Chapter XXXIV: limits the use of the writ known as Praecipe. This55 words
- 22.Chapter XXXIX: is more important and the English rendering of it may88 words
- 23.Chapter XL: simply says, "To no one will we sell, to no one will we55 words
- 24.Chapter XLVI: gives to the founders of religious houses the right of78 words
- 25.Chapter LI: says that as soon as peace is made all foreign mercenaries97 words
- 26.Chapter LV: provides for the remission of unjust fines. The decision67 words
- 27.Chapter LXI: provides for the execution of the royal promises. A135 words
- 28.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (1)8,592 words
- 29.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (2)8,238 words
- 30.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (3)8,418 words
- 31.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (4)8,592 words
- 32.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (5)8,516 words
- 33.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (6)8,598 words
- 34.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (7)8,227 words
- 35.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (8)8,294 words
- 36.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (9)7,972 words
- 37.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (10)8,194 words
- 38.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (11)7,888 words
- 39.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (12)8,117 words
- 40.Chapter LXIII: repeats the promise of freedom to the English church (13)2,989 words