Notes and Queries, Number 136, June 5, 1852 : 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, Number 136, June 5, 1852" by Various is a scholarly periodical written in the mid-19th century. The compilation serves as a medium for literary men, artists, antiquaries, genealogists, and others to communicate and share inquiries, notes, and answers related to a diverse array of subjects including literature, history, folklore, and genealogical research. The opening portion of this publication introduces various notes and queries submitted by contributors, showcasing a selection of topics. For instance, it features autobiographical insights from William Oldys, discussions about ancient guildhalls, and folk lore surrounding the "Gabriel Hounds." Additionally, a letter prompts inquiries about historical figures and practices, such as the healing powers attributed to the "seventh son of a seventh son." The content reflects a vibrant intellectual exchange, with contributions spanning literary critiques, historical accounts, and folkloric traditions, setting the stage for an engaging and comprehensive exploration of knowledge for its readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-02-07