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The Reason Why / A Careful Collection of Many Hundreds of Reasons for Things Which, Though Generally Believed, Are Imperfectly Understood

By Robert Kemp Philp
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The collection presents concise, popular explanations for everyday natural phenomena and common scientific questions, arranged in a why-and-because question-and-answer format. Entries cover air and atmosphere, heat and chemistry, zoology and botany, health and materia medica, meteorology, electricity, light, and household physics, with indexed lessons grouping related topics. Each item offers practical accounts of causes and mechanisms intended for general readers who wish to understand the observable workings of nature.

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Robert Kemp Philp

Robert Kemp Philp was a Victorian author known for his contributions to domestic literature and practical knowledge. His notable works include "Enquire Within Upon Everything," a comprehensive guide that served as a household reference for various topics, and "The Reason Why," which explores the rationale behind commonly held beliefs and practices. Philp's writings reflect the curiosity and educational spirit of the Victorian era, aiming to inform and enlighten readers on a wide range of subjects, from household management to scientific explanations.

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