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Excerpt from Elements of General Knowledge, Introductory to Useful Books in the Principal Branches of Literature and Science, Vol. 1 of 2: Designed Chiefly for the Junior Students in the Universities, and the Higher Classes in Schools
A few paragraphs have been supplied in the second volume from books of merit.
The publishers have no intention to bestow indis criminate praise upon this' work. They know that it contains some imperfections. But still they believe that it will be useful to the generality of readers, and especially to those who are designed for business, and have not received what is commonly termed a liberal education. It will be useful to all as an outline or plan of study, which may be more conveniently prosecuted by the assistance of such a guide.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an accessible and informative guide to the key branches of literature and science, with a particular focus on their application to the education of young men. The author, an established scholar, takes into account the changes in the student's roles within society, as Christians, students, and members of British society. Each of these perspectives is considered with thoughtful insight. The book's focus on the development of faculties of mind and acquisition of valuable knowledge remains as relevant to today's readers as it was to those of the author's time. The author was of the opinion that "comprehensive views of learning and science are calculated to produce the best effects upon the mind," and thus, this book may be of interest to those who are keen on developing the mental capacities of young scholars. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334393754_0
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