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Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXVI, No. 6, June 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:
- "Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXVI, No. 6, June 1850" by Various is a historical literary magazine from the mid-19th century. This publication encompasses a wide range of content, including fiction, poetry, literary criticism, and articles on the fine arts and science, all reflective of the cultural and intellectual currents of its time. The magazine features contributions from notable authors, providing readers with both creative works and critical discussions. The opening of this magazine invites readers into its diverse offerings, beginning with literary criticism on Dante's "Divina Commedia" through a translation by Henry W. Longfellow. The piece analyzes Dante's work not just as poetry but as a complex mingling of genres, emphasizing its unique structure and its profound exploration of theology, history, and philosophy. Following this, the magazine presents a moving poem titled "The Gold-Seeker" by Grace Greenwood, depicting a young man's introspective last moments in the desert, filled with memories of his childhood and family. Other pieces tease the arrival of engaging narratives, inspired poetry, and insightful critiques, promising a rich tapestry of 19th-century literary culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Produced by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at https://www.pgdpcanada.net
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
- Release date is 2018-08-23
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