Notes and Queries, Number 227, March 4, 1854 : A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.

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Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

To be supplied : Project Gutenberg, 2010.

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Notes and Queries, Number 227, March 4, 1854" by Various is a collection of historical and literary inquiries, correspondences, and notes compiled in the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a medium for scholars, bibliophiles, and enthusiasts of antiquities to share knowledge, pose questions, and provide answers related to literature, genealogy, and the arts. The work includes a range of topics, suggesting it caters to an audience seeking to deepen their understanding of specific historical figures, literary works, or linguistic curiosities. The opening portion presents a variety of notes and queries submitted by contributors, showcasing topics such as Robert Burton's "Anatomy of Melancholy" and an exploration into the etymology of the Greek word "Aiôn." Noteworthy is a curious marriage agreement outlining rules for cohabitation and the upbringing of children, reflecting social customs of the time. Additionally, it touches on the Quichua language and its grammatical resources, indicating a scholarly interest in the languages of recently colonized regions. Overall, the beginning of the journal sets the stage for a rich tapestry of intellectual dialogue from a period eager to engage with both literary and historical scholarship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-12-24