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Title:
Notes and Queries, Vol. V, Number 120, February 14, 1852
A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.
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Summary: "Notes and Queries, Vol. V, Number 120, February 14, 1852" by Various is a Victorian-era periodical that serves as a medium for literary men, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists to share knowledge and inquiries related to history, literature, and culture. Published in the early 19th century, it reflects the intellectual curiosity and collaborative spirit of the time, presenting a mix of notes, queries, and replies that explore diverse topics of interest, such as historical figures, folklore, and arcane practices. The opening of this volume introduces various sections, beginning with notes on the "Old Countess of Desmond," where the author critically examines historical references to her identity. It includes discussions on topics like superstitions, the interpretations of classic texts, and even queries regarding traditional customs such as those surrounding Valentine's Day. The style is scholarly yet accessible, inviting readers to engage with historical mysteries and cultural anecdotes, highlighting the communal quest for knowledge that characterized the period. Overall, the work serves as a snapshot of the intellectual concerns and shared inquiries of the Victorian public. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Bell, George, 1814-1890
EBook No.: 40743
Published: Sep 13, 2012
Downloads: 128
Language: English
Subject: Questions and answers -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Notes and Queries, Vol. V, Number 120, February 14, 1852
A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.
Credits:
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Library of Early Journals.)
Summary: "Notes and Queries, Vol. V, Number 120, February 14, 1852" by Various is a Victorian-era periodical that serves as a medium for literary men, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists to share knowledge and inquiries related to history, literature, and culture. Published in the early 19th century, it reflects the intellectual curiosity and collaborative spirit of the time, presenting a mix of notes, queries, and replies that explore diverse topics of interest, such as historical figures, folklore, and arcane practices. The opening of this volume introduces various sections, beginning with notes on the "Old Countess of Desmond," where the author critically examines historical references to her identity. It includes discussions on topics like superstitions, the interpretations of classic texts, and even queries regarding traditional customs such as those surrounding Valentine's Day. The style is scholarly yet accessible, inviting readers to engage with historical mysteries and cultural anecdotes, highlighting the communal quest for knowledge that characterized the period. Overall, the work serves as a snapshot of the intellectual concerns and shared inquiries of the Victorian public. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Various
Editor: Bell, George, 1814-1890
EBook No.: 40743
Published: Sep 13, 2012
Downloads: 128
Language: English
Subject: Questions and answers -- Periodicals
LoCC: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.