I found this children's encyclopedia in a pile of books on the curb a few weeks ago. Some of its depictions of science are charming; some are odd, and all are really, really dated. More snapshots below the fold. . .
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I thought you might be interested to see the cover for the next, and last, Harry Potter book. It was finally released a few days ago.
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