Knowledge Is Power

Charles Knight

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Intell Book Publishers
26 February 2024

Education; Technology: general issues; Self-help & personal development

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"""Knowledge Is Power"" is a book written by British publisher and writer Charles Knight. It was first published in 1855. The book is a part of Knight's larger project, ""The Library of Entertaining Knowledge,"" which aimed to make educational and informative literature accessible to a broader audience. ""Knowledge Is Power"" explores the importance of knowledge and education and advocates for their widespread dissemination.

Key features and themes of ""Knowledge Is Power"" by Charles Knight include:

The Value of Education: The book emphasizes the idea that knowledge and education are essential for personal development, societal progress, and empowerment. It argues that education is the key to individual and collective improvement.

Accessible Learning: Charles Knight's work was known for its effort to make knowledge accessible to a wider readership. ""Knowledge Is Power"" aligns with this mission, advocating for the dissemination of information and learning to people from all walks of life.

Historical and Scientific Content: The book covers a range of topics, including history, science, and culture. It aims to provide readers with a broad understanding of various subjects.

Social Reform: ""Knowledge Is Power"" promotes the idea that education and the dissemination of knowledge can lead to social reform and the betterment of society. It envisions an educated populace as a force for positive change.

The Empowerment of the Common People: One of the central themes is the belief that knowledge empowers the common people, allowing them to participate more actively in civic life and make informed decisions.

Charles Knight's ""Knowledge Is Power"" is part of a broader movement in the 19th century to democratize knowledge and education. It reflects the idea that access to information and learning is crucial for individual and societal progress. While the book may not be as widely read today, it was influential in its time and contributed to the popularization of educational literature."

By: Charles Knight
Imprint: Intell Book Publishers
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 279mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 594g
ISBN: 9781835524428
ISBN 10: 1835524427
Pages: 254
Publication Date: 26 February 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Knowledge Is Power

Charles Knight

$35.95 $30.93

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