Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, "Baconthorpe" to "Bankruptcy" Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 2

"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Baconthorpe' to 'Bankruptcy'" by Various is an early 20th-century educational resource. The book is an installment of an ambitious encyclopedic collection that describes a world of subjects, incorporating arts, sciences, literature, and general knowledge. The writings contain insightful studies of significant historical people, processes, and concepts, ranging from the properties of specific biological organisms to the lives of prominent philosophers. The beginning of this volume introduces historical figures like John Baconthorpe, lauded for his work as a learned monk, and Janos Bacsanyi, a Hungarian poet recognized for his patriotic works. In addition, it explores scientific arenas such as bacteriology, describing the role that bacteria play in both our world and medical procedures. This segment of the series is catered to those interested in both historical and scientific fields of study.