Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No.690 : March 17, 1877

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. 690" by Various is a periodical publication that likely dates back to the late 19th century. This anthology features a diverse collection of articles, essays, and literary pieces that engage with various topics, including history, art, and social issues of the time. It serves as a window into the cultural and intellectual climate of its era, reflecting contemporary interests in literature and science. The content of this particular issue is varied, offering insights into a number of themes. It begins with an exploration of the British Navy, celebrating its historical significance and the valor of its sailors, interwoven with narratives of individual heroism and the evolution of naval warfare. Following that, it addresses social issues like the rise of temperance movements, illustrated through the growth of organizations like the Good Templars. Other sections delve into the art of porcelain painting and the spectacle of lion kings and queens in entertainment. Together, these pieces paint a rich tapestry of late Victorian society, showcasing the intersection of literature, art, and pressing social matters of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-10-04