The Rural Magazine, and Literary Evening Fire-Side, Vol. 1 No. 09 (1820)

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 Rural Magazine, and Literary Evening Fire-Side, Vol. 1 No. 09" by Various is a compilation of articles and essays published in the early 19th century. This periodical offers readers a blend of literature, social commentary, and agricultural advice, reflecting the values and preoccupations of its time. The topics explored within the magazine range from critiques of superstition and imposture to the promotion of gardening and rural aesthetics. At the start of this volume, the opening segment discusses the pervasive influence of imposture and superstition throughout history, emphasizing the importance of truth and critical thought in society. It critiques contemporary issues such as lotteries and quack medicines, urging readers to remain vigilant against deception for both individual and societal well-being. The segment sets a tone of moral reflection and encourages a practical approach to life, stressing the importance of enlightenment and education, while also foreshadowing discussions of agricultural practices and rural life that follow in the magazine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-04-24