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Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No. 148, Vol. III, October 30, 1886
$aEdinburgh :$bWilliam and Robert Chambers, $c1853.
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"Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No.…" is a collection of articles and essays covering diverse topics, likely published in the late 19th century. This periodical provides insights into literature, science, and art, with detailed accounts of various historical events, craftsmanship, and societal observations, indicative of the Victorian fascination with progress and exploration. This particular issue includes a focus on the famed Matterhorn mountain, detailing its climbing history, significant ascents, and tragic accidents that have occurred during expeditions. Additionally, it shares narratives that illustrate the challenges faced by early mountaineers, emphasizing human courage as well as folly in the pursuit of adventure. The text also delves into broader topics such as the conditions of miners in Scotland, highlighting their working lives and the evolution of their circumstances over time. Through personal stories and accounts, the issue paints a vivid picture of both triumph and tragedy interwoven in the fabric of human endeavor and nature's daunting challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Category: Adventure
Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: Reports & Conference Proceedings
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