The Every Day Book of History and Chronology / Embracing the Anniversaries of Memorable Persons and Events in Every Period and State of the World, from the Creation to the Present Time

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44028

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The Every Day Book of History and Chronology / Embracing the Anniversaries of Memorable Persons and Events in Every Period and State of the World, from the Creation to the Present Time

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en

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Project Gutenberg

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A comprehensive daily chronicle of world history from Creation to 1858, this volume catalogs anniversaries of notable persons and events across every period and state of the world. Written with brevity to fit a daily format, it serves as a portable reference for readers seeking facts on geography, chronology, and history, offering a vast array of dates and biographical sketches.

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Joel Munsell's 'The Every Day Book of History and Chronology' (1858) serves as a comprehensive almanac designed to consolidate the significant events of every day of the year into a single volume. Spanning from the Creation to 1858, the work arranges historical data chronologically, aiming to provide a dense collection of facts for readers of all ages and professions. Munsell emphasizes brevity, often limiting notices of eminent figures to a few lines while occasionally granting more attention to lesser-known individuals who lack ready reference in other books. The text addresses the inherent difficulties of historical accuracy, acknowledging discrepancies caused by calendar changes, such as the shift from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar, and the varying adoption dates among Protestant and Catholic nations. Despite these challenges, Munsell strives to conform dates to the new style where practicable. The book covers a vast spectrum of topics, including the coronation of kings, the discovery of new lands, major battles, and the deaths of famous figures like John Bunyan and Louis XIV. Specific entries detail events such as the founding of the Spanish era, the Festival of Fools, the discovery of Rio Janeiro, the burning of Norfolk, the surrender of Calcutta, and the exile of English Jews. Munsell notes that geography and chronology are the 'eyes of history,' and this work aids in promoting that science by bringing together a great and varied amount of facts. While errors persist due to authors following wrong dates or using different calendar styles, the book remains a utilitarian tool intended to illuminate the 'great and varied' nature of historical facts.

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• History
• Chronology