Historical Events tagged with "knowledge"

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Education & Academia

Publication of the First Encyclopædia Britannica

December 10th, 1768 256 years ago

The first edition of the Encyclopædia Britannica was published in Edinburgh, Scotland. This monumental work, edited by William Smellie, aimed to summarize human knowledge across various fields. The volume initially comprised three parts, emphasizing clarity and accessibility for readers. The publication was innovative for its time, intending to foster enlightenment and learning among the public. It quickly became recognized as a reliable source of information and contributed to the spread of educational ideals in Europe.

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Education & Academia

First Printed Catalog of Leiden University Library

May 24th, 1595 429 years ago

The 'Nomenclator' was published to catalog the collections of Leiden University Library. This catalog marked a significant advancement in library science, as it was the first time an institutional library had its collection listed in print. It facilitated easier access to knowledge and established a framework for future library catalogs, showcasing the importance of organized information.

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Science & Technology

Robert of Chester's Latin Translation of Alchemy

February 11th, 1144 881 years ago

Robert of Chester completed his significant translation of the 'Liber de compositione alchemiae' from Arabic into Latin, which played a crucial role in the development of Western alchemical thought. This translation facilitated the integration of Arabic scientific knowledge into European intellectual traditions and marked a pivotal moment in the history of alchemy.

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