An Outline of Man's Knowledge of the Modern World, Edited by Lyman Bryson, 1960

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Who wrote it: An Outline of Man's Knowledge of the Modern World was edited with an introduction and notes by Lyman Bryson and published by Nelson Doubleday in 1960 as a Book of the Month Club Book Dividend, with essays by 33 scientists, critics, and educators.

What it's about: An ambitious attempt to gather modern knowledge into a single volume, with contributors including Margaret Mead, Arthur Schlesinger Jr., Alfred Kazin, and Gilbert Seldes writing on everything from physics to the arts.

Condition: Red and grey cloth hardcover with dust jacket. The jacket shows edge wear and toning, and the front board has a small mark. Please review all photos carefully, and email me with any questions.

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