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Clunes MuseumBook, CHARLES KNIGHT AND CO, The Penny Cyclopedia of the Society of Useful Knowledge Vol 1 & Vol 2, 1833
... ...encyclopedia series...Clunes Museum 36 Fraser Street enter building through Collins Place Clunes goldfields REFERENCE/ENCYCLOPEDIA BOOKS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES multi-volume encyclopedia encyclopedia series british publication REFERENCE/ENCYCLOPEDIA BOOKS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES Circular stamp in black ink " Mechanics Institute Clunes" Stamped in black ink “W G SCOTT” Book bound in tan cloth with gold lettering on the spine stating volume number and alpha codes to denote contents. ...REFERENCE/ENCYCLOPEDIA BOOKS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSESBook bound in tan cloth with gold lettering on the spine stating volume number and alpha codes to denote contents.non-fictionREFERENCE/ENCYCLOPEDIA BOOKS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSESmulti-volume encyclopedia, encyclopedia series, british publication -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 21 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 2 of The Historians' History of the World focuses on "Israel, India, Persia, Phoenicia, Minor Nations of Western Asia."Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 2 of The Historians' History of the World focuses on "Israel, India, Persia, Phoenicia, Minor Nations of Western Asia."flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 2 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 4 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 4 is a deep dive into the later history of Ancient Greece, specifically focusing on the period from the aftermath of the Peloponnesian War through to the Roman conquest. This volume bears the subtitle "Greece to the Roman Conquest." It covers several pivotal shifts in power regards the post war struggle (404 to 374 BC.)Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 4 is a deep dive into the later history of Ancient Greece, specifically focusing on the period from the aftermath of the Peloponnesian War through to the Roman conquest. This volume bears the subtitle "Greece to the Roman Conquest." It covers several pivotal shifts in power regards the post war struggle (404 to 374 BC.)flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, book, the historians history of the world vol 4 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 01 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 1 is titled "Egypt and Mesopotamia," it is divided into two distinct parts Part I concentrates on ancient Egypt, covering the Nile Valley from its legendary beginnings through the various dynasties.Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 1 is titled "Egypt and Mesopotamia," it is divided into two distinct parts Part I concentrates on ancient Egypt, covering the Nile Valley from its legendary beginnings through the various dynasties. flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 1 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 3 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 3 is a pivotal installment in the series, shifting the narrative from the "stagnant" (as viewed by 1904 scholars) empires of the East to the dynamic birth of Western civilisation.Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 3 is a pivotal installment in the series, shifting the narrative from the "stagnant" (as viewed by 1904 scholars) empires of the East to the dynamic birth of Western civilisation.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 3 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 5 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. This specific volume focuses on the Roman Republic. It covers the transition from the early legends of the founding of Rome through the Punic Wars, the rise of the Republic's supremacy in the Mediterranean, and the internal reforms and conflicts that eventually led to its collapse.Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. This specific volume focuses on the Roman Republic. It covers the transition from the early legends of the founding of Rome through the Punic Wars, the rise of the Republic's supremacy in the Mediterranean, and the internal reforms and conflicts that eventually led to its collapse. flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 25 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...In The Historians' History of the World (1908 edition, edited by Henry Smith Williams), Volume 25 serves a unique and critical function compared to the narrative-driven volumes that preceded it. Volume 25 is the encyclopedic Index for the entire set, while Volumes 1 through 24 provide a chronological and geographical narrative of world history covering everything from Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to the early 20th century history of Japan and the United States volume 25 is purely functional.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionIn The Historians' History of the World (1908 edition, edited by Henry Smith Williams), Volume 25 serves a unique and critical function compared to the narrative-driven volumes that preceded it. Volume 25 is the encyclopedic Index for the entire set, while Volumes 1 through 24 provide a chronological and geographical narrative of world history covering everything from Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to the early 20th century history of Japan and the United States volume 25 is purely functional.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 25 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 10 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... he Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...he Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 10 specifically focuses on the Late “Middle Ages” and the “Renaissance period”, particularly in Italy and Spain. Starting with the clash of civilisations, Islam vs. Christianity.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 10 specifically focuses on the Late “Middle Ages” and the “Renaissance period”, particularly in Italy and Spain. Starting with the clash of civilisations, Islam vs. Christianity. flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, the historians history of the world vol 10 set 1, book -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 8 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 8 shifts the lens eastward to document the civilisations that challenged Rome and Byzantium, eventually giving way to the Islamic Golden Age.Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 8 shifts the lens eastward to document the civilisations that challenged Rome and Byzantium, eventually giving way to the Islamic Golden Age.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, book, the historians history of the world vol 8 set 1, reference book -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 6 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 6 focuses on the period where Rome moved away from internal civil strife toward a unified, centralised rule. Major topics include, the reign of Augustus, the transition from the Republic to the Principate and the establishment of the Pax Romana (Roman Peace).The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib. non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 6 focuses on the period where Rome moved away from internal civil strife toward a unified, centralised rule. Major topics include, the reign of Augustus, the transition from the Republic to the Principate and the establishment of the Pax Romana (Roman Peace). flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 6 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 9 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. While previous volumes dealt with the Roman Empire, Volume 9 picks up the story after the "Fall of Rome" and tracks the peninsula’s evolution through the dawn of the 20th century.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to ribnon-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. While previous volumes dealt with the Roman Empire, Volume 9 picks up the story after the "Fall of Rome" and tracks the peninsula’s evolution through the dawn of the 20th century. warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, book, the historians history of the world vol 9 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 12 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. This volume continues on with the history of France. The primary focus of Volume 12 is the continuation of the history of France from 1715 to 1815. This century is arguably the most trans formative in French history, and the volume meticulously documents the transition from absolute monarchy to revolutionary chaos and, finally, to the Napoleonic Empire.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. This volume continues on with the history of France. The primary focus of Volume 12 is the continuation of the history of France from 1715 to 1815. This century is arguably the most trans formative in French history, and the volume meticulously documents the transition from absolute monarchy to revolutionary chaos and, finally, to the Napoleonic Empire.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, the historians history of the world vol 12, book, henry smith williams l.l.d -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 11 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. A warning on Volume 11 if the reader is looking for the history of France (1715–1815) in this specific 1908 edition, ensure you check Volume 12. In some printings of the 1908 set, the numbering of French history was slightly adjusted, and Volume 11 often ends at the death of Louis XIV (1715).The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. A warning on Volume 11 if the reader is looking for the history of France (1715–1815) in this specific 1908 edition, ensure you check Volume 12. In some printings of the 1908 set, the numbering of French history was slightly adjusted, and Volume 11 often ends at the death of Louis XIV (1715).flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, the historians history of the world vol 11 set 1, book -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 14 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 14 serves as a bridge between the late early-modern period and the height of the imperial era for two major European powers. It is titled "The Netherlands (concluded), The Germanic Empires."The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 14 serves as a bridge between the late early-modern period and the height of the imperial era for two major European powers. It is titled "The Netherlands (concluded), The Germanic Empires."flagstaff hill, warrnambool, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 14 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 7 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 7 shifts the narrative from the fall of the Roman Republic and the early Empire (covered in Vol. 5 and 6) into the complex era of the later Roman Empire and the rise of the Early Byzantine Empire.Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib. non-fictionThe 1908 edition of The Historians' History of the World is a monumental work of Edwardian scholarship, representing a specific era of "universal history" where the goal was to synthesise all human knowledge into a single narrative. Volume 7 shifts the narrative from the fall of the Roman Republic and the early Empire (covered in Vol. 5 and 6) into the complex era of the later Roman Empire and the rise of the Early Byzantine Empire.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, the historians history of the world, henry smith williams l.l.d. -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 13 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 13 focuses primarily on the modern history of France and the Netherlands. It specifically covers, France (1815–1904.) This section picks up immediately after the fall of Napoleon l following the 1815 Battle of Waterloo.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 13 focuses primarily on the modern history of France and the Netherlands. It specifically covers, France (1815–1904.) This section picks up immediately after the fall of Napoleon l following the 1815 Battle of Waterloo.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 13 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 16 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. The primary subjects of Volume 16 are Scandinavia (including the history of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark) and the history of Switzerland up to the year 1715.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. The primary subjects of Volume 16 are Scandinavia (including the history of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark) and the history of Switzerland up to the year 1715.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 16 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 15 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 15 of “The Historians' History of the World” moves into the heart of modern European power dynamics. Published by The Times in 1908, this volume focuses on the rise of the modern German state and the evolution of the Austrian Empire.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 15 of “The Historians' History of the World” moves into the heart of modern European power dynamics. Published by The Times in 1908, this volume focuses on the rise of the modern German state and the evolution of the Austrian Empire.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 15 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, The Times Newspaper, The Historians History of the World Vol 17 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 17 focuses primarily on the history of Switzerland with concluding sections on Russia, and Poland. The volume concludes the Swiss narrative began in volume 16.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 17 focuses primarily on the history of Switzerland with concluding sections on Russia, and Poland. The volume concludes the Swiss narrative began in volume 16.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 17 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 19 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 19 is a pivotal component of the series, focusing specifically on a trans-formative era of British history from 1485 to 1642 covering the history of England from the rise of the Tudor Dynasty to the eve of the English Civil War.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 19 is a pivotal component of the series, focusing specifically on a trans-formative era of British history from 1485 to 1642 covering the history of England from the rise of the Tudor Dynasty to the eve of the English Civil War.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 19 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 20 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 20 focuses on the transformation period of England from the outbreak of the English Civil War to the late 18th century.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 20 focuses on the transformation period of England from the outbreak of the English Civil War to the late 18th century. warrnambool, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 20 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 23 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...The historians' History of the World, Volume 23 serves as a fascinating transition point where the series moves from the political history of nations to the broader history of the West, and the late-stage development of several major world powers. This volume covers and returns to, Germany, Scandinavia, and the Modern Nations. It is a diverse volume that primarily focuses on the History of Germany (Part II), covering the period from the mid-18th century through the early 20th century, and the History of Scandinavia.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionThe historians' History of the World, Volume 23 serves as a fascinating transition point where the series moves from the political history of nations to the broader history of the West, and the late-stage development of several major world powers. This volume covers and returns to, Germany, Scandinavia, and the Modern Nations. It is a diverse volume that primarily focuses on the History of Germany (Part II), covering the period from the mid-18th century through the early 20th century, and the History of Scandinavia. flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 23 set 1, henry smith williams -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 22 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 22 represents a critical pivot point in the series, shifting the focus away from the concentrated histories of Europe and the British Empire toward the "New World" and the rising power of the West.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 22 represents a critical pivot point in the series, shifting the focus away from the concentrated histories of Europe and the British Empire toward the "New World" and the rising power of the West.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 22 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Book/History, Henry Smith Williams, The Historians History of the World Vol 18 set 1 - Edited by Henry Smith Williams L.L.D. Published by “The Times” 1908, 1908
... The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia...The Project to write a twenty five volume historical work was initiated by Henry Smith Williams, an American physician and prolific author, the series of books was designed to tell the story of humanity using the actual words of over 2,000 "master historians" (such as Herodotus, Gibbon, and Mommsen), woven together by modern editorial transitions. This specific 1908 set of volumes was published by "The Times" (London). In the early 20th century, The Times entered the book trade to boost its prestige and revenue, notably marketing this set and the “Encyclopedia ...Henry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 18 specifically focuses on the history of England to 1485, it serves as the foundational text for British history within the series. It chronicles the evolution of the English nation from its earliest recorded beginnings through the end of the Middle Ages.The Book is part of a 25 volume set with red cloth bindings and gold filigree design to rib.non-fictionHenry Smith Williams’ “The Historians' History of the World” is a chronological and geographical "tapestry" of human events, these twenty five volumes occupy a very specific and prestigious place in historical research. Volume 18 specifically focuses on the history of England to 1485, it serves as the foundational text for British history within the series. It chronicles the evolution of the English nation from its earliest recorded beginnings through the end of the Middle Ages.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, book, the historians history of the world vol 18 set 1 -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Educational/Encyclopedia, Arthur Mee, The Childrens Encyclopedia Vol 5, 1956–1960
... Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...The Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.Hard cover book. The Children’s Encyclopedia Vol 5 Editor: Arthur Mee Publisher: The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London. Date: 1956–1960 Further Information: Textured hard cover cloth bound book, burgundy colour with gold lettering. Inscription with title details, pages 1-764 with ornate gilt pattering to Spine.non-fictionThe Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, the children's encyclopedia vol 1, pattison collection, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool library, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Educational/Encyclopedia, Arthur Mee, The Childrens Encyclopedia Vol 7, 1956–1960
... Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...The Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.Hard cover book. The Children’s Encyclopedia Vol 7 Editor: Arthur Mee Publisher: The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London. Date: 1956–1960 Further Information: Textured hard cover cloth bound book, burgundy colour with gold lettering. Inscription with title details, pages 1-764 with ornate gilt pattering to Spine.non-fictionThe Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, the children's encyclopedia vol 1, pattison collection, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool library, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Educational/Encyclopedia, Arthur Mee, The Childrens Encyclopedia Vol 6, 1956–1960
... Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...The Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.Hard cover book. The Children’s Encyclopedia Vol 6 Editor: Arthur Mee Publisher: The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London. Date: 1956–1960 Further Information: Textured hard cover cloth bound book, burgundy colour with gold lettering. Inscription with title details, pages 1-764 with ornate gilt pattering to Spine.non-fictionThe Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, the children's encyclopedia vol 1, pattison collection, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool library, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Educational/Encyclopedia, Arthur Mee, The Childrens Encyclopedia Vol 1, 1956–1960
... Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...The Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.Hard cover book. The Children’s Encyclopedia Vol 1 Editor: Arthur Mee Publisher: The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London. Date: 1956–1960 Further Information: Textured hard cover cloth bound book, burgundy colour with gold lettering. Inscription with title details, pages 1-764 with ornate gilt pattering to Spine.non-fictionThe Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, the children's encyclopedia vol 1, pattison collection, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool library, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Educational/Encyclopedia, Arthur Mee, The Childrens Encyclopedia Vol 10, 1956–1960
... Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...The Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.Hard cover book. The Children’s Encyclopedia Vol 10 Editor: Arthur Mee Publisher: The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London. Date: 1956–1960 Further Information: Textured hard cover cloth bound book, burgundy colour with gold lettering. Inscription with title details, pages 1-764 with ornate gilt pattering to Spine.non-fictionThe Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, the children's encyclopedia vol 1, pattison collection, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool library, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library -
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum and VillageBook - Reference Educational/Encyclopedia, Arthur Mee, The Childrens Encyclopedia Vol 9, 1956–1960
... Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...Encyclopedia, first as a fortnightly part-work. Its success led him to found The Children's Newspaper (1919–1965), and later he produced the multi-volume county guide series The King's England (from 1936). ...The Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.Hard cover book. The Children’s Encyclopedia Vol 9 Editor: Arthur Mee Publisher: The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London. Date: 1956–1960 Further Information: Textured hard cover cloth bound book, burgundy colour with gold lettering. Inscription with title details, pages 1-764 with ornate gilt pattering to Spine.non-fictionThe Children's Encyclopedia, by Arthur Mee, is a landmark British children's reference work part encyclopedia, part general-knowledge reader first issued in fortnightly parts between 1908 and 1910, then bound into volumes, originally eight, later revised and expanded to ten. Rather than being organised as a straightforward A to Z reference, it grouped knowledge into thematic sections such as Nature, Science, History, "Golden Deeds," Bible Stories, Poetry, and "Things to Make and Things to Do," aiming to make learning engaging rather than dry. It was published by the Educational Book Company Ltd, a subsidiary of the Amalgamated Press of London, and appeared continuously from 1908 through to 1964, becoming a fixture in many family homes across the British Empire. Walter M. Jackson's company Grolier later acquired the rights to publish it in America under the title The Book of Knowledge.warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, shipwrecked-artefact, book, the children's encyclopedia vol 1, pattison collection, warrnambool mechanics’ institute, ralph eric pattison, warrnambool library, warrnambool city librarian, mechanics’ institute library, victorian library board, warrnambool books and records, warrnambool children’s library
