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Title: The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 572, October 20, 1832
Note: Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Gregory Margo, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 572,..." is a periodical publication, often regarded as a magazine, that was circulated in the early 19th century, specifically in the early 1830s. This book provides a blend of various articles, illustrations, and anecdotes aimed at educating and entertaining its readers, reflecting the literary and cultural tastes of its time during the Regency period in England. The content of this volume encompasses a wide range of topics, including historical anecdotes and accounts, biographical sketches, and literary critiques. It features pieces on notable figures such as Dr. Samuel Johnson and insights into ancient customs and practices, such as Roman travel by torchlight. The volume also engages with moral themes, offering reflections on virtues like continence and justice while occasionally showcasing witty observations about societal norms. Illustrative anecdotes and some lighter commentary on subjects like marriage customs, the character of the gipsy community, and even the evolution of the umbrella as a common item further enrich the narrative, making it a diverse and engaging read for those interested in the historical and cultural facets of 19th-century life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
EBook No.: 11863
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 183
Language: English
Subject: Popular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 572, October 20, 1832
Note: Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Gregory Margo, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 572,..." is a periodical publication, often regarded as a magazine, that was circulated in the early 19th century, specifically in the early 1830s. This book provides a blend of various articles, illustrations, and anecdotes aimed at educating and entertaining its readers, reflecting the literary and cultural tastes of its time during the Regency period in England. The content of this volume encompasses a wide range of topics, including historical anecdotes and accounts, biographical sketches, and literary critiques. It features pieces on notable figures such as Dr. Samuel Johnson and insights into ancient customs and practices, such as Roman travel by torchlight. The volume also engages with moral themes, offering reflections on virtues like continence and justice while occasionally showcasing witty observations about societal norms. Illustrative anecdotes and some lighter commentary on subjects like marriage customs, the character of the gipsy community, and even the evolution of the umbrella as a common item further enrich the narrative, making it a diverse and engaging read for those interested in the historical and cultural facets of 19th-century life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Various
EBook No.: 11863
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 183
Language: English
Subject: Popular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.