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Title The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 19, No. 547, May 19, 1832
Note Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 19, No. 547, May..." is a periodical publication edited by Jonathan Ingram, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team, originally produced in the early 19th century (specifically during the 1830s). This book serves as a compilation of various literary and informative articles that reflect on different subjects, including historical sites, folklore, natural history, and societal commentary. In this issue, readers will find a rich tapestry of content, beginning with a detailed description of Wilton Castle's historical significance and picturesque beauty, situated alongside the Wye River. Following this, various articles reveal fascinating anecdotes, such as the origins of the term "Mother Carey's Chickens," which refers to stormy petrels and their notorious association with shipwrecks. Additional pieces touch on the currents of literary culture, such as the influence of Washington Irving, reflections on Spain's landscape, and the trials associated with early colonial life in New South Wales. The excerpts present a valuable glimpse into the social values, beliefs, and natural curiosities of 19th-century England, inviting readers to not only be informed but also entertained. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject Popular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 11569
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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