The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 12, No. 322, July 12, 1828

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:

"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 12, No. 322, July..." is a literary magazine published in the late 19th century, likely during the Georgian or early Victorian period. This publication functions as a collection of essays, illustrations, poems, and various informative articles aimed at both entertaining and educating its readers. The content includes reflections on art, architecture, historical accounts, and updates on recent events, contributing to a broader understanding of culture during this time. The magazine presents a series of articles, starting with an appreciation of "Clarence Terrace" in Regent's Park, highlighting its Grecian architectural beauty and significance in contemporary London. Further contributions explore the origins of parishes in England, the last moments of Lord William Russell, cultural insights on Portugal's independence, and descriptions of a devastating earthquake in Colombia. Readers can also find poems, essays on landscape painting techniques, and light-hearted commentary on dramatic performances at the British Institution. Overall, the magazine provides a rich tapestry of literature, lessons, and amusement, making it a noteworthy reflection of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Chew-Hung Lee, David Garcia, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-02-01