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About The Book: "The First Book of Knowledge" by Frederick Guthrie (1833–1886) is an educational work designed to introduce young readers to basic scientific and general knowledge. Guthrie, a prominent physicist and educator, aimed to spark curiosity and encourage learning through simple explanations of natural phenomena, everyday science, and practical facts. The book reflects his belief in accessible education and the importance of nurturing inquiry from an early age. It served as a foundational text for children beginning their journey into science and rational thinking. About The Author: Frederick Guthrie (1833–1886) was a British physicist, chemist, and educator, best known for his foundational work in thermoelectricity and spectroscopy. He authored The First Book of Knowledge (1860), an accessible science primer for young readers. A founder of the Physical Society of London, Guthrie advanced experimental methods and science education, leaving a lasting impact on 19th-century scientific discourse. The Title 'The first book of knowledge written/authored/edited by Frederick Guthrie', published in the year 1881. The ISBN 9789371690355 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 141 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Education. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.