The Yale Literary Magazine (Vol. I, No. 3, April 1836) by Various
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"The Yale Literary Magazine (Vol. I, No. 3, April 1836)" by Various is a collection of literary works and essays published in the early 19th century. This magazine features a variety of content, including essays, poetry, and dramatic fragments, reflecting the literary tastes and intellectual pursuits of the time. The pieces explore themes such as prejudice, skepticism, moral feeling, and the influence of literature on society, showcasing the talents of Yale College
students. The opening of this volume sets the stage with an essay titled "Prejudice and Scepticism," which discusses the societal transition from ignorance to enlightenment. It illustrates the tension between established beliefs and the awakening of critical thought, using examples like the French Revolution to emphasize the consequences of unexamined beliefs. The essay argues for the importance of understanding and knowledge as foundations for a stable society, cautioning against the dangers of blind confidence in institutions. The introduction is complemented by a selection of poetic works and dramatic fragments, each adding depth to the magazine's literary exploration and contributing to its overall scholarly discourse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | The Yale Literary Magazine (Vol. I, No. 3, April 1836) |
| Credits | hekula03, sf2001, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Yale University -- Periodicals |
| Subject | College students' writings, American -- Connecticut -- New Haven -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66936 |
| Release Date | Dec 12, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 343 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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