The Columbia Encyclopedia of Useful Knowledge by Marshall Everett
S.l. F. I. Scheetz, 1907. Hardcover. 17, [1], 33-336 pages: illustrations; 24 cm. Red cloth with gilt spine and cover titles and decoration. Spine title: Encyclopedia of Useful Knowledge. Title page printed in red and black. "Including a complete index and a valuable list of review questions for home study" -- title page. Marshall Everett was the pseudonym of Henry Neil (1863–1939), an American journalist, author, editor, and lecturer. In this book he presents "the latest marvels" in science and technology at the dawn of the 20th century: airships, automobiles, electricity, fire equipment, photography, railroads, telegraphy, telephones, and other inventions and discoveries. Scarce. In Good Condition: corners rubbed; ends of spine frayed; much of gilt on cover is gone; front hinge weak; otherwise, clean and solid. Good. Item #011670
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