Bøker av Edward Edwards

Discover the fascinating history of public libraries in this informative and engaging book by Edward Edwards. Tracing the development of libraries in four great nations, Edwards explores the social, political, and cultural forces that have driven this essential form of community outreach. From the earliest book collectors to the modern era of digital media, Free Town Libraries is a sweeping panorama of an institution that has enriched countless lives.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 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.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.

Baron de Humboldt was a renowned explorer and scientist, whose work focused on the natural world and the environment. This book, edited and translated by Edward Edwards, offers a selection of Humboldt's writings related to Mexico, with extensive notes by J. Taylor. Covering topics as diverse as botany, geography, and geology, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the natural world.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 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.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.

This biography of Sir Walter Ralegh is based on contemporary documents, providing a wealth of information about his life and times. It covers Ralegh's early years, his exploits as an explorer, his imprisonment and execution, and his lasting impact on English literature. This engaging and well-researched book offers a new perspective on one of the most fascinating figures of the Elizabethan era.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 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.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.

This book provides a detailed history of the British Museum in London, from its founding in the 16th century to the 19th century. Including profiles of the museum's founders, as well as its chief benefactors, this work provides a fascinating window into the history of art and scholarship in Britain.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 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.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.

Free Town Libraries, their Formation, Management and History in Britain, France, Germany and America is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1869.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

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