Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 691 by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 691 March 24, 1877 |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 691" by Various is a periodical publication that falls under the category of a literary and scientific journal, likely written during the late Victorian era, specifically in the late 19th century. The journal compiles articles on a diverse range of topics including literature, science, biography, and cultural observations. This specific issue offers insights into social observations, historical accounts, and scientific articles, reflecting the intellectual pursuits of the time. The content of this issue encompasses a mix of topics, including a detailed exploration of the origins and variations of family names in Britain, illustrating how historic events shaped surname development. It also includes a narrative from a fictional work, "The Last of the Haddons," which centers on themes of familial honor and loss as characters navigate intricate emotional landscapes surrounding the legality of relationships and inheritance. Additionally, the issue includes scientific descriptions of natural phenomena, such as "bell-animalcules," and discusses the historical significance of lime-juice in preventing scurvy among sailors. With its blend of fiction, observation, and scientific discourse, the journal offers a snapshot of the literary and intellectual currents of its time, catering to an audience interested in the intersections of culture, society, and scientific discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47049 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 226 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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