The Elements of Useful Knowledge: Comprehending, Among Other Interesting (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Jasper Adams

9780260103826: The Elements of Useful Knowledge: Comprehending, Among Other Interesting (Classic Reprint)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260103829 ISBN 13: 9780260103826

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2020

View all copies of this ISBN edition

0 Used

2 New

From US$ 39.80

Explore a practical primer on science, history, and everyday knowledge that informs and inspires.

The book presents a broad, approachable look at how the world works—from the solar system to the forces that shape our daily lives. It introduces astronomy basics, outlines key ideas about planets and the sun, and anchors learning in clear, useful explanations. Beyond science, it surveys important topics in history, time, measurement, and the growth of knowledge, making connections between ideas and everyday experience.

Structured for quick scanning and practical use, this edition invites readers to think clearly, reason well, and appreciate a wide range of subjects. It emphasizes the value of knowledge in forming good judgment and cultivating polite, informed minds.

Foundational astronomy and the order of the solar system, explained in plain language.
Plain discussions of time, seasons, and the calendar, plus an age-old view of how knowledge grows.
Accessible explanations of financial concepts like stocks and public funds, and how they affect everyday life.
Historical milestones, notable figures, and the development of ideas across centuries.

Ideal for readers curious about the roots of useful knowledge and how to apply it to daily learning and informed decision making.

Note: This edition presents the material as a historical primer, focusing on foundational concepts and broad connections rather than modern detail.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.