Notes and Queries, Number 215, December 10, 1853 by Various
QR code
"Notes and Queries, Number 215, December 10, 1853" by Various is a periodical publication, likely written in the mid-19th century. It serves as a medium for correspondence among literary men, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists, facilitating an exchange of notes, queries, and replies on diverse topics of interest. The publication includes articles on historical letters and events, minor notes, queries about genealogical queries, and discussions on literature and culture. The opening portion of
this edition introduces various contributions, beginning with a focus on royal correspondence to the Grand Masters of Malta, offering translations and commentary on letters from English monarchs. The text also features an intriguing discussion on "Penny Sights and Exhibitions" during the reign of James I, highlighting the public's fascination with curiosities and oddities of the time. Additionally, the piece touches on "The Impossibilities of our Forefathers," reflecting on the changing perceptions of past achievements, and includes an exploration of parallel passages from literature, illustrating thematic connections between biblical and classical quotes. This content sets the stage for a rich exploration of historical and literary topics, inviting readers to engage with a tapestry of knowledge and inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Other | Bell, George, 1814-1890 |
| Title |
Notes and Queries, Number 215, December 10, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Library of Early Journals.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books |
| Subject | Questions and answers -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30594 |
| Release Date | Dec 4, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 344 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!