Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXI, No. 2, August 1847

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Graham, George R., 1813-1894

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXI, No. 2, August 1847" is a collection of literary content, including fiction, poetry, and articles, likely written in the mid-19th century. The magazine features a range of stories that explore various themes and narratives, such as the intriguing tale of "The Slaver," which delves into the moral complexities and dangers surrounding the slave trade, showcasing characters like Captain Willis and De Vere, who are involved in fierce duels and confrontations on the high seas. The opening of the magazine introduces readers to the ongoing saga of "The Slaver," where a duel unfolds between Willis and De Vere. Following the duel, Willis, the captain of a slaver, navigates treacherous waters while transporting enslaved individuals. The narrative highlights the tension of an impending confrontation with a man-of-war ship and captures the desperate plight of the enslaved individuals beneath the deck. As Willis grapples with external threats and his own moral dilemmas, the story reflects on bravado, loyalty, and the haunting consequences of the slave trade, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of ambition and consequence as the plot develops. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at https://www.pgdpcanada.net from page images generously made available by Google Books

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2019-02-11