The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 54 is a collection of articles from the weekly magazine of the same name. The magazine was published from 1895 to 1932 and was aimed at young readers. This volume contains articles on a variety of topics, including science, history, geography, and current events. It covers topics such as the Spanish-American War, the Boer War, the Russo-Japanese War, the Boxer Rebellion, the Panama Canal, and the Wright Brothers’ first flight. It also includes articles on the discovery of the North Pole, the invention of the telephone, and the development of the automobile. The magazine also includes stories, puzzles, and illustrations.
By Various · First published 1897 · Genre: Non-Fiction, Journalism, History