The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 106, August, 1866 by Various
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"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 106, August, 1866" by Various is a historical periodical magazine composed of a collection of essays, articles, and literary works written in the mid-19th century. This volume features a variety of topics including natural history, science, art, politics, and personal narratives, reflecting the intellectual and cultural currents of the time. The contributors engage in discussions around both the intriguing natural world and the complexities of human
society. The opening of this volume begins with an exploration of a particular spider species, the Nephila plumipes, focusing on its intriguing silk properties and variations. The author details the discovery and unique characteristics of this spider, emphasizing the potential applications of its silk, which rivals the silk from silkworms. Additionally, the text hints at broader themes surrounding gender roles and societal perceptions, particularly through the lens of the spider's biology and behavior. The narrative intertwines natural observations with reflections on cultural attitudes, setting the stage for a diverse and thought-provoking issue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 18, No. 106, August, 1866 A Magazine of Literature, Science, Art, and Politics |
| Credits |
Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by Cornell University Digital Collections). |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | American periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23040 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1672 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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