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Various |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, fifth series, no. 132, vol. III, July 10, 1886
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| Original Publication |
Edinburgh: William and Robert Chambers, 1853.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chambers%27s_Edinburgh_Journal
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Susan Skinner, Eric Hutton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, fifth series, no.…" is a periodical publication edited by R. Chambers (Secundus) and established by William and Robert Chambers in 1832, likely during the late 19th century. This book represents a collection of articles and stories that encompass various themes in literature, science, and art, reflecting the cultural and intellectual movements of its time. The content within this particular issue offers a rich tapestry of narratives and discussions, including a detailed account of the political dynamics and warfare among West African kingdoms like Bonny and Opobó, featuring figures such as King Ja-Ja. It explores themes of power, colonial influence, and cultural conflict, vividly portraying local customs while also hinting at the broader implications of colonialism. Other segments of the journal reflect on the social lives, challenges, and ambitions of individuals, from soldiers to usurers, offering an insightful glimpse into the societal concerns of the era, ultimately providing readers with a medley of engaging and thought-provoking insights into the Victorian landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72525 |
| Release Date |
Dec 28, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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