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Notes and Queries, Vol. III, Number 87, June 28, 1851 : A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.
- 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:
- "Notes and Queries, Vol. III, Number 87, June 28, 1851" by Various is a literary periodical written in the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a medium of inter-communication for literary men, artists, antiquaries, genealogists, and other interested individuals, offering a platform for discussions, queries, and various notes on subjects ranging from literature to history. The issue likely contains a rich tapestry of inquiries and contributions from its readers, reflecting shared interests and current discussions of that era. The opening of this volume illustrates the publication's function as a repository of knowledge and a facilitator of scholarly engagement among its readers. It begins with the editor's mention of a proposed scheme for preserving records of existing monuments, showcasing a growing interest in historical preservation among individuals. The subsequent sections highlight various topics, including notes on literary figures like Chaucer and Cromwell, folk lore from Lancashire, and a variety of minor queries that cover an array of subjects-demonstrating the eclectic nature and collaborative spirit of the contributors. This opening portion sets the stage for a dialogue steeped in curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge, characteristic of a vibrant intellectual community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
- Release date is 2011-09-23
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