Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Carnegie Andrew" to "Casus Belli"
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"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Carnegie Andrew' to 'Casus Belli'" is a comprehensive dictionary of arts, sciences, literature, and general information written in the early 20th century. It serves as a reference work that spans various topics and includes entries on notable figures and concepts, including philanthropy exemplified by Andrew Carnegie and philosophical concepts like Cartesianism. This volume is part of a larger encyclopedia aimed at providing in-depth knowledge and facts across a
wide range of subjects. The opening of the work introduces Andrew Carnegie, outlining his humble beginnings in Scotland and his ascent to become a prominent American industrialist and philanthropist. It details his career trajectory, highlighting his roles in the railroad industry and the iron and steel industry of Pittsburgh, culminating in the formation of the United States Steel Corporation. The summary emphasizes Carnegie's philanthropic efforts, including the establishment of public libraries and educational institutions, and his belief in social responsibility tied to wealth, establishing the foundation of his enduring legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Carnegie Andrew" to "Casus Belli" Volume 5, Slice 4 |
| Credits |
Produced by Marius Masi, Don Kretz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AE: General Works: Encyclopedias |
| Subject | Encyclopedias and dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33189 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2716 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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