Notes and Queries, Number 227, March 4, 1854 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Number 227, March 4, 1854" by Various is a collection of historical and literary inquiries, correspondences, and notes compiled in the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a medium for scholars, bibliophiles, and enthusiasts of antiquities to share knowledge, pose questions, and provide answers related to literature, genealogy, and the arts. The work includes a range of topics, suggesting it caters to an audience seeking to deepen their understanding
of specific historical figures, literary works, or linguistic curiosities. The opening portion presents a variety of notes and queries submitted by contributors, showcasing topics such as Robert Burton’s "Anatomy of Melancholy" and an exploration into the etymology of the Greek word "Aiôn." Noteworthy is a curious marriage agreement outlining rules for cohabitation and the upbringing of children, reflecting social customs of the time. Additionally, it touches on the Quichua language and its grammatical resources, indicating a scholarly interest in the languages of recently colonized regions. Overall, the beginning of the journal sets the stage for a rich tapestry of intellectual dialogue from a period eager to engage with both literary and historical scholarship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Notes and Queries, Number 227, March 4, 1854 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Library of Early Journals.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books |
| Subject | Questions and answers -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27605 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 434 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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