Notes and Queries, Vol. V, Number 128, April 10, 1852 : A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Bell, George, 1814-1890

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Notes and Queries, Vol. V, Number 128, April 10, 1852" by Various is a collection of scholarly articles and inquiries, written in the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a forum for literary men, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and other intellectuals to share notes, queries, and replies regarding various topics of interest, primarily historical and literary. The content demonstrates a robust engagement with texts, folklore, and historical figures, focusing on seeking knowledge and understanding between contributors. The opening portion of this volume includes an array of contributions on diverse subjects, such as an unpublished song by Thomas Otway, analysis of Shakespeare's work, and notes on poetry by Coleridge. The format consists of articles presenting specific notes or queries, alongside responses from various correspondents. For example, there is a discussion on the convertibility of words, folk lore from the Isle of Man, and commentary on ancient manuscripts. These discussions reflect a lively intellectual community's interests in historical texts, literary analysis, and the nuances of language, showcasing the ongoing quest for knowledge during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-10-25