Continental Monthly, Vol. III, No IV, April 1863 by Various
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"Continental Monthly, Vol. III, No IV, April 1863" by Various is a collection of essays, poems, and articles reflecting the cultural and political climate of its time, authored during the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a literary platform featuring diverse contributors, offering insights into themes such as language, history, and social issues, while navigating the backdrop of the American Civil War. The writings encapsulate a blend of poetic expressions, philosophical musings,
and dialogues on national identity, aimed at stirring contemplation among its readers. The opening portion of this volume presents a profound exploration of the significance and beauty of words, commencing with a discussion on the concept of a 'golden age' across cultures. There is a reflection on the interplay between memory, history, and individual experience, weaving in quotes from poets like Wordsworth to emphasize the weight of nostalgia and loss. The narrative evolves into a discourse on the etymological roots of terms associated with death, love, and human emotions, integrating poetic language with philosophical inquiry. This reflective piece serves as a microcosm of the volume's aim to illuminate the connections between language, thought, and the human experience, setting a contemplative tone for the ensuing essays and poems. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Continental Monthly, Vol. III, No IV, April 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy |
| Credits |
Produced by Joshua Hutchinson 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: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Literature, Modern -- 19th century -- Periodicals |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- 19th century -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29736 |
| Release Date | Aug 19, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 673 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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