The British Apollo, Vol. 2: Containing Two Thousand Answers to Curious Questions in Most Arts and Sciences, Serious, Comical, and Humorous, Approved ... Both Universities, and of the Royal-Society - Hardcover

Name: The British Apollo, Vol. 2: Containing Two Thousand Answers to Curious Questions in Most Arts and Sciences, Serious, Comical, and Humorous, Approved ... Both Universities, and of the Royal-Society
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ISBN: 9780483046900

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9780483046900: The British Apollo, Vol. 2: Containing Two Thousand Answers to Curious Questions in Most Arts and Sciences, Serious, Comical, and Humorous, Approved ... Both Universities, and of the Royal-Society

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ISBN 10: 0483046906 ISBN 13: 9780483046900

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

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Unlock centuries of curiosity with a treasury of curious questions and witty answers.

This is The British Apollo, Volume 2, a lively collection of two thousand inquiries spanning arts and sciences, serious and humorous alike. Read as a window into how educated readers once questioned the world, debated ideas, and enjoyed brisk, sometimes cheeky resolutions.

This edition assembles readers with a taste for trivia, history, and practical knowledge into a compact, readable volume. It pairs thoughtful explanations with a light, entertaining touch, making it ideal for dipping into at leisure or browsing for a quick spark of curiosity.

A wide range of topics: history, science, religion, language, and everyday questions.
Direct, accessible answers written for a broad audience.
Humor and wit woven through many entries alongside practical insights.
A glimpse into the voice and culture of earlier scholarly life.

Ideal for readers of history, curious minds, and trivia lovers who enjoy a thoughtful, entertaining guide to the questions people asked in the past.

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