Notes and Queries, Number 29, May 18, 1850 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Number 29, May 18, 1850" by Various is a periodical journal that was published in the mid-19th century, during the Victorian era. This publication serves as a medium for literary discussion and the exchange of information among scholars, artists, and antiquarians. The journal comprises a collection of inquiries about historical figures, folklore, language, and other scholarly topics, reflecting the curiosity and intellectual engagement of the time. The content of
this particular number is structured into several sections, including notes, queries, replies, and miscellaneous topics. Notable entries explore figures such as Oliver Cromwell in the context of Parson's Charity, delve into linguistic curiosities with discussions on provincial words, and investigate folklore beliefs such as superstitions surrounding death and marriage. Queries arise from various contributors seeking answers about numismatic issues, the history of specific authors, and local folklore, while replies include scholarly insights and further elaboration on previously asked questions. Overall, this edition demonstrates the societal interest in history, literature, and cultural practices during the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Notes and Queries, Number 29, May 18, 1850 |
| Credits |
Produced by The Internet Library of Early Journals, Jon Ingram, William Flis, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books |
| Subject | Questions and answers -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15197 |
| Release Date | Feb 28, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 400 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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