Chambers's journal of popular literature, science, and art, fifth series, no.…
"Chambers's journal of popular literature, science, and art, fifth series, no.…" is a periodical publication, likely written during the late 19th century. This series, established by William and Robert Chambers in 1832 and conducted by R. Chambers (Secundus), serves as a collection of essays and articles that explore diverse topics in literature, science, and the arts. The likely topic of this particular issue includes discussions on prehistoric man, legal misconceptions related to
lotteries, and engaging literary pieces like poetry and short stories. The contents of this volume exhibit a blend of scholarly insights and creative narratives. Key articles delve into the archaeological findings in Denmark concerning prehistoric human activity, shedding light on three distinct ages of human tool-making—Stone, Bronze, and Iron. Another piece addresses the legal intricacies surrounding gambling and lotteries in England, elucidating public misunderstandings about their legality. Additionally, readers can enjoy narratives such as "In All Shades," a story about relationships set against the backdrop of social expectations, and poems that reflect on the nature of minstrels and the artist's struggles. This journal aims to enlighten and entertain its audience, encapsulating the intellectual and cultural milieu of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Chambers's journal of popular literature, science, and art, fifth series, no. 131, vol. III, July 3, 1886
Original Publication
Edinburgh: William and Robert Chambers, 1853.
Credits
Susan Skinner, Eric Hutton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
