The Rural Magazine, and Literary Evening Fire-Side, Vol. 1 No. 06 (1820) by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | The Rural Magazine, and Literary Evening Fire-Side, Vol. 1 No. 06 (1820) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Rural Magazine, and Literary Evening Fire-Side, Vol. 1 No. 06" by Various is a periodical publication, likely produced in the early 19th century. This volume contains various contributions that reflect the societal and agricultural themes of the time, focusing on moral and philosophical discussions about virtue, merit, and the practicalities of rural life. Readers can expect to find a mixture of essays, agricultural treatises, and educational insights as they pertain to both the social issues and farming practices of the period. At the start of this volume, the author, writing under the title "The Desultory Remark," explores the dichotomy between wealth and virtue in society. It critiques the way wealth often overshadows merit in recognition and social standing, leading to a form of aristocracy based not on noble birth but on financial power. The discussion shifts to the simplicity of rural life, emphasizing how the artificial complexities of city existence can cloud one's dependence on God and the natural world. It sets a contemplative tone for the subsequent essays that touch upon agricultural education, the cultural significance of land stewardship, and improvements in farming techniques, all of which are addressed with a blend of idealism and practical insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| LoC Class | S: Agriculture |
| Subject | Agriculture |
| Subject | Agriculture -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48760 |
| Release Date | Apr 22, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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