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Title:
Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 441
Volume 17, New Series, June 12, 1852
Credits:
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 441" by Various is a periodical publication likely produced in the mid-19th century. The journal presents a collection of essays and articles that cover a range of contemporary topics, including social commentary, literature, and scientific observations, providing insight into urban life and the workings of society at that time. At the start of this particular issue, the conversation centers around the concept of provident clubs among London's poorer classes, inspired by a shopkeeper's initiative to encourage savings for Christmas treats through a "plum-pudding club." The opening piece explores how these clubs foster habits of self-denial and prudence among participants, ultimately aiming to introduce festive joy into their lives. The narrative is filled with humor and poignant observations about the social dynamics of London, aiming to uplift the spirits of its working-class patrons through clever commercial strategies while reflecting broader themes of community resilience and the pursuit of happiness amidst hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871
Editor: Chambers, William, 1800-1883
EBook No.: 24892
Published: Mar 21, 2008
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 441
Volume 17, New Series, June 12, 1852
Credits:
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 441" by Various is a periodical publication likely produced in the mid-19th century. The journal presents a collection of essays and articles that cover a range of contemporary topics, including social commentary, literature, and scientific observations, providing insight into urban life and the workings of society at that time. At the start of this particular issue, the conversation centers around the concept of provident clubs among London's poorer classes, inspired by a shopkeeper's initiative to encourage savings for Christmas treats through a "plum-pudding club." The opening piece explores how these clubs foster habits of self-denial and prudence among participants, ultimately aiming to introduce festive joy into their lives. The narrative is filled with humor and poignant observations about the social dynamics of London, aiming to uplift the spirits of its working-class patrons through clever commercial strategies while reflecting broader themes of community resilience and the pursuit of happiness amidst hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871
Editor: Chambers, William, 1800-1883
EBook No.: 24892
Published: Mar 21, 2008
Downloads: 142
Language: English
Subject: Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Periodicals
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.