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The Order of Things presents a sweeping survey of how we perceive order in the world. With over 400 carefully organized lists, it includes classic topics such as the longest rivers, tallest mountains, and largest cities, as well as practical references like plastic recycling codes, animal grouping names, and month‑specific birthstones. The book blends geographic, cultural, and everyday knowledge, making it a handy reference for anyone curious about the structures that shape our understanding of reality.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: History/Ancient History
Authors: Barbara Ann Kipfer
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