The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831 by Various
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"The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831" by Various is a periodical publication written in the early 19th century. This volume features a collection of critical essays and reviews addressing literary and social topics of the time. The opening article critiques Lady Morgan's work "France in 1829-30," exploring themes of vanity, self-importance, and the cultural exchange between Ireland and France. This issue likely appeals to readers interested in literature, cultural critique,
and the social dynamics of the early 19th century. The opening of this edition sets the stage for a satirical examination of Lady Morgan's journey to France, where preparations are in full swing in Dublin for her imminent departure. We meet a characteristically self-absorbed Lady Morgan, portrayed as a romantic figure packed with books and personal artifacts, and her husband Sir Charles, who expresses his reluctance about the trip. The narrative paints a humorous picture of her expectations and the reality of encountering the perceived Anglomania in France, as she grapples with her romanticized notions against the backdrop of societal changes and personal insecurities. Overall, the opening highlights Lady Morgan's self-centeredness and foreshadows the eventual disappointment of her literary pursuits during her Parisian stay. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Walsh, Robert, 1784-1859 |
| Title | The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831 |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Intellectual life -- Periodicals |
| Subject | United States -- Intellectual life -- 19th century -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28012 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1234 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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