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Various |
| Title |
The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 17, No. 489, May 14, 1831
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, David Garcia and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 17, No. 489, May…" is a periodical publication that likely emerged during the early 19th century, specifically in the early 1830s. This book serves as a collection of informative articles, stories, and illustrations that focus on a variety of topics, including literature, science, and historical events. The publication aims to entertain and educate its readers, reflecting the spirit of the Enlightenment and the period's interest in social issues and culture. Within this specific volume, readers can find a mixture of content that showcases both factual reporting and fictional storytelling. The highlighted articles include a detailed account of St. George's Hospital, its establishment, and the ongoing support required for its expansion, emphasizing themes of charity and public service. Additionally, the volume features an engaging fictional narrative titled "The Golden Bodkin," which involves themes of tragedy and intrigue, revolving around a sudden death in a church and the subsequent accusations against the widow. This blend of articles illustrates the periodical's commitment to both amusement and instruction, capturing the interests of its contemporary audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Popular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12634 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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