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Various |
| Title |
The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 19, No. 548, May 26, 1832
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Bill Walker and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 19, No. 548, May…" is an illustrated periodical publication originating in the early 19th century. It serves as an anthology of various articles, poems, and observations, covering topics that range from literary critiques to descriptions of architecture and societal commentary. Its content reflects the interests and values of English society during a time of significant cultural and technological change. In this particular issue, the reader is introduced to a variety of themes and writings. The publication highlights the completion of Staines New Bridge, detailing its architectural features and historical significance, and includes a poetic tribute to a wrecked ship, serving as a metaphor for lost hopes. Additionally, the contents reveal curiosities about American life, such as a letter describing the domestic customs in Cincinnati, and include discussions on porcelain manufacturing in Europe, the origin of Epsom races, and literary critiques of fashionable life. The diverse range of articles and societal reflections presents a vivid picture of contemporary Victorian-era thought and culture. (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. |
11743 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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