Notes and Queries, Number 04, November 24, 1849

Format:

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 04, November 24, 1849" by Various is a historical publication that falls under the category of a literary periodical, written during the mid-19th century, specifically within the Victorian era. This edition serves as a medium for communication among literary men, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists, emphasizing the collaborative nature of scholarly inquiry and discussion. The primary focus of the publication is to facilitate a dialogue about various notes, queries, and contributions related to literature, history, and culture. In this particular issue, a diverse array of topics is covered, including the historical relationships between influential figures like Luther and Erasmus, the origins of certain expressions, and inquiries into medieval geography. Notable contributions include discussions on the etymology of the word "grog," the social conditions depicted in historical accounts of food consumption, and the literary significance of Shakespeare's texts. Additionally, there are various queries from readers seeking answers about historical figures and events, underscoring a collaborative effort to enrich understanding within the community of historians and literary enthusiasts. Overall, the publication reflects a vibrant intellectual engagement prevalent in the mid-19th century, structured through notes and queries that foster an ongoing conversational exchange. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jon Ingram, David King, the Online Distributed Proofreading Team, and The Internet Library of Early Journals

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-09-23