Notes and Queries, Number 48, September 28, 1850

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 48, September 28, 1850" by Various is a biweekly publication that serves as a medium for literary men, artists, antiquaries, and genealogists to share notes, queries, and replies regarding various topics. Written during the Victorian era, this publication reflects the intellectual curiosity and scholarly discourse of its time. The content largely focuses on historical events, literary interpretations, and inquiries related to antiquities and genealogy. In this particular issue, the publication features a range of topics including personal accounts of the London riots of 1780, satirical poems about historical figures like William III, and various etymological notes. A notable segment includes queries about specific texts like the "Orkneyinga Saga" and historical figures such as Edward the Outlaw, inviting readers to contribute their knowledge. The publication exemplifies the collaborative nature of scholarly pursuits in the 19th century and highlights the community's effort to provide context and clarity on matters of historical significance and literary discussion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-09-15