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Title: Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 440
Volume 17, New Series, June 5, 1852

Note: Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net.

Summary: "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 440" by Various is a historical periodical published in the early 19th century. This journal includes various articles and writings, often reflecting on social, historical, and scientific topics of its time. The opening portion involves a firsthand account of the Holmfirth flood, detailing the devastation it caused and the author's exploration of the affected area, as well as illuminating broader themes of neglect and human folly in managing natural resources. The beginning of the journal recounts the author’s visit to Holmfirth shortly after a catastrophic flood that claimed lives and caused extensive damage. The narrative describes the aftermath of the disaster, pointing out the visible destruction in the village and the emotional toll on the community, including the loss of families and livelihoods. The discussion surrounding the flood also examines the negligence of infrastructure management and highlights the author's observations of the local landscape, juxtaposing scenes of natural beauty with the ruins of human industry and the consequences of poor oversight. Through vivid descriptions and reflections, the opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of societal issues, encouraging readers to contemplate the interconnectedness of nature and human responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Various

Editor: Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871

Editor: Chambers, William, 1800-1883

EBook No.: 18999

Published: Aug 7, 2006

Downloads: 199

Language: English

Subject: Periodicals

LoCC: General Works: Periodicals

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 440
Volume 17, New Series, June 5, 1852

Note: Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net.

Summary: "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 440" by Various is a historical periodical published in the early 19th century. This journal includes various articles and writings, often reflecting on social, historical, and scientific topics of its time. The opening portion involves a firsthand account of the Holmfirth flood, detailing the devastation it caused and the author's exploration of the affected area, as well as illuminating broader themes of neglect and human folly in managing natural resources. The beginning of the journal recounts the author’s visit to Holmfirth shortly after a catastrophic flood that claimed lives and caused extensive damage. The narrative describes the aftermath of the disaster, pointing out the visible destruction in the village and the emotional toll on the community, including the loss of families and livelihoods. The discussion surrounding the flood also examines the negligence of infrastructure management and highlights the author's observations of the local landscape, juxtaposing scenes of natural beauty with the ruins of human industry and the consequences of poor oversight. Through vivid descriptions and reflections, the opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of societal issues, encouraging readers to contemplate the interconnectedness of nature and human responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Various

Editor: Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871

Editor: Chambers, William, 1800-1883

EBook No.: 18999

Published: Aug 7, 2006

Downloads: 199

Language: English

Subject: Periodicals

LoCC: General Works: Periodicals

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.