Notes and Queries, Number 09, December 29, 1849 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Notes and Queries, Number 09, December 29, 1849 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Jon Ingram, David King, the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team and The Internet Library of Early Journals, |
| Summary | "Notes and Queries, Number 09, December 29, 1849" by Various is a collection of inquiries and discussions primarily centered around literary, historical, and artistic topics, written during the mid-19th century (Victorian era). This periodical serves as a medium for scholars, enthusiasts, and writers to present notes, queries, and answers regarding various aspects of literature, history, genealogy, and antiquities. The book facilitates a rich exchange of ideas and information among its contributors, reflecting a vibrant intellectual community of that time. Within this issue, a variety of subjects are explored, including the household accounts of Sir Edward Dering, which offer insights into domestic life in the past, and John Locke's theories pertaining to vision. There are also discussions surrounding notable figures such as Bishop Barnaby and queries about historical customs like the Scarborough warning and the origins of the ladybug's name. Other topics include archaic treatments of music by Dr. Burney, inquiries about the meaning behind Gothic architecture, and a curious recollection of the talisman of Charlemagne. Each section captures a facet of cultural or historical significance, illustrating the magazine’s role in preserving knowledge and stimulating scholarly dialogue. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books |
| Subject | Questions and answers -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13521 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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