| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Wood, Charles W. (Charles William), 1841-1919 |
| Title |
The Argosy, Vol. 51, No. 6, June, 1891
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Paul Murray, Taavi Kalju and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Argosy, Vol. 51, No. 6, June, 1891" by Various is a collection of literary works written in the late 19th century. This volume features a mix of short stories, poetry, and illustrations, with contributions ranging from fiction to essays, reflective of the era's diverse literary interests. The main story detailed in this portion is focused on Mr. Solomon Madgin, a general agent involved in a quest revolving around a valuable diamond, the Great Hara, lost under mysterious circumstances. The opening of the publication introduces Mr. Madgin's modest home and his daughter Mirpah, showcasing their everyday life and the dynamics of their relationship. As Mr. Madgin discusses with his daughter the significant task ahead—to track down the elusive diamond believed to be held by a political refugee named M. Platzoff—they highlight their practical natures and keen intellects, suggesting themes of mystery and familial collaboration. This beginning hints at an intriguing blend of romance, adventure, and social commentary that could appeal to readers interested in character-driven narratives set against the backdrop of Victorian society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
English periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17052 |
| Release Date |
Nov 11, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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