Part 1 is an alphabetical arrangement of words and phrases, taking in such esoterica as Apple-polishing, Gematria, the Last Trump, and Schlamperei, as well as giving information on a variety of topics including optical toys, printing and weaving. Part 2 presents tables of information on topics as wide-ranging as chemical elements, foodstuffs, names of hurricanes, religion, slang, fashion and medicine, placing each in its context.
