Release date is 2011-03-18

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"Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, 'Finland' to 'Fleury, Andre'" by Various is a comprehensive reference work written in the early 20th century. This volume focuses on various geographic, historical, and cultural aspects of Finland, alongside entries on several notable individuals and topics ranging from geography to flora, fauna, and government structure. Aimed at an educated audience, it serves as an informative guide to better understand Finland's position within Europe and its unique contributions to culture and history. The opening portion of this reference work delves into detailed descriptions of Finland’s geography, including the division of the land into distinct regions characterized by their lakes, mountains, and borders with neighboring countries. It outlines Finland's administrative framework as a grand duchy under Russian rule, its population demographics, and the natural resources that define its economy, such as timber and agriculture. Additionally, the text describes the country’s climate and natural features, setting a foundation for the deeper explorations of Finnish heritage, culture, and history that are likely addressed in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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