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Knowing what we know: the transmission of knowledge : from ancient wisdom to modern magic
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Published:
[New York] : HarperCollins, [2023].
Format:
Audio CD
Edition:
Unabridged.
Physical Desc:
12 audio discs (14 1/2 hr.) : CD audio, digital ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 computer disc (PDF ; 4 3/4 in.)
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Description

From the creation of the first encyclopedia to Wikipedia, from ancient museums to modern kindergarten classes, Simon Winchester explores how humans have attained, stored, and disseminated knowledge.

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EVLD Avon Public Library
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ISBN:
9798212217132, 9798212217149

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Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.
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Compact discs.
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Read by the author.
Description
From the creation of the first encyclopedia to Wikipedia, from ancient museums to modern kindergarten classes, Simon Winchester explores how humans have attained, stored, and disseminated knowledge.

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APA Citation (style guide)

Winchester, S. (2023). Knowing what we know: the transmission of knowledge : from ancient wisdom to modern magic. Unabridged. [New York], HarperCollins.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)

Winchester, Simon. 2023. Knowing What We Know: The Transmission of Knowledge : From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Magic. [New York], HarperCollins.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)

Winchester, Simon, Knowing What We Know: The Transmission of Knowledge : From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Magic. [New York], HarperCollins, 2023.

MLA Citation (style guide)

Winchester, Simon. Knowing What We Know: The Transmission of Knowledge : From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Magic. Unabridged. [New York], HarperCollins, 2023.

Note! Citation formats are based on standards as of July 2022. Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy.

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