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Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 692 : March 31, 1877

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Various
Contributor:
Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871
Chambers, William, 1800-1883
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 692" by Various is a periodical publication featuring diverse writings that encompass literature, scientific explorations, and artistic commentary produced during the late 19th century. Published in 1877, this journal reflects the intellectual climate of the Victorian era, addressing themes that range from personal narratives of maritime life to social issues linked with public health and environmental concerns. The current issue includes vivid accounts such as the perilous experiences of fishermen braving storms at sea, illustrating the emotional and physical dangers inherent in their livelihoods. In addition, it discusses various scientific topics like the effects of urban refuse management and the exponential increase of rabbit populations in New Zealand, which poses grave agricultural concerns. The journal aims to not only entertain but also to inform its readers about the pressing social and environmental issues of its time, merging storytelling with contemporary scientific thought, making it a valuable reflection of the era's cultural landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Notes:
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Release date is 2014-10-06

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