Notes and Queries, Number 46, September 14, 1850 by Various

"Notes and Queries, Number 46, September 14, 1850" by Various is a collection of inquiries and discussions related to literature, history, and antiquities written during the mid-19th century, which falls within the Victorian era. The publication serves as a platform for literary individuals, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists to share notes, pose questions, and seek answers on various subjects, reflecting the intellectual debates and curiosities of the time. The content of this particular issue includes various notes and queries on topics such as the meaning of "eisell" in Shakespeare's "Hamlet", the authorship of the "Rolliad", and intriguing anecdotes regarding the remains of King James II. There's also folklore, particularly about the legend of Sir Richard Baker, along with a series of minor queries covering subjects from quotations in Bishop Andrewes' works to inquiries about nursery rhymes and historical customs. The collection showcases the diverse interests and participatory nature of its contributors, highlighting an engaging dialogue about historical texts, literary meanings, and social customs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Title Notes and Queries, Number 46, September 14, 1850
Credits Produced by The Internet Library of Early Journals, Jon Ingram, David
King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Reading Level Reading ease score: 70.7 (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. 13462
Release Date
Last Update Oct 28, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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