The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 64, February, 1863 : A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 64, February, 1863" by Various is a literary magazine published during the mid-19th century featuring a compilation of essays, articles, and stories touching on themes of literature, art, and politics. The opening chapters delve into the personal impact of political events and family dynamics on individual lives, using the historical context of the British monarchy and its influence on the heart-stirring tales of everyday people. The beginning of this edition introduces readers to a contemplative narrative centered on the sudden death of Prince Albert, which casts a shadow over the British Royal Family and reflects the sentiments of the world's sympathizers. Moving forward, the text explores George III's complex legacy and the impact of his character on his descendants and the British political landscape. Transitioning to a more intimate setting, it also introduces Dorcas Fox, a young woman in a small New England town, poised between potential romance and familial expectations, showcasing the interplay of personal desires against the backdrop of societal norms and historical events. This duality of grand narratives intertwined with personal stories sets the tone for a collection reflective of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Cornell University, Joshua Hutchinson, Leonard Johnson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-06-30