The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 09, No. 55, May, 1862 : 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 09, No. 55, May, 1862" by Various is a historical magazine publication produced during the mid-19th century. This edition explores a range of topics related to literature, art, politics, and social commentary. The opening piece delves into profound philosophical musings on human progress and purpose, likening humanity's journey to a ship sailing under sealed orders that symbolize divine intentions and secrets yet to be uncovered. The beginning of this edition presents a thoughtful exploration of the notion that humanity is on a mysterious journey guided by a divine purpose. The metaphor of a war vessel setting out with sealed orders reflects the overarching theme of man's quest for understanding his place in the world and the hidden potential of progress. The text moves from discussing the myriad advancements of mankind-from maritime achievements to the evolution of communication technology, like the telegraph-to contemplations on the spiritual and moral responsibilities that accompany such progress. Overall, it sets a reflective tone for the examination of humanity's past, present, and future endeavors. The subsequent essay transitions into a more personal narrative about gardening, illustrating the challenges and triumphs of cultivating not just plants, but also the joys and sorrows of life itself as recounted by a woman who embraces her identity and the lessons learned through her endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Produced from page scans provided by Cornell University

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-04-01