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1. Time and Dates 2. Weights and Measures 3. Symbols and Signs 4. The Animal World 5. Math and Science Basics 6. Inventions and Scientific Discoveries 7. The Arts 8. Literature 9. Religions 10. Philosophy 11. Libraries and Museums 12. Words 13. Grammar and Punctuation 14. Etiquette 15. Forms of Address 16. Legal Information 17. Personal Finances 18. Useful Addresses 19. Travel 20. For the Homemaker 21. Outdoors 22. Sports and Games 23. Health 24. First Aid 25. The United States 26. The World Index " This book is in very nice condition with minor wear to the cover and a few spots on the side edges of the pages, mostly visible from the side view.
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