Notes and Queries, Number 16, February 16, 1850 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Number 16, February 16, 1850" by Various is a literary publication that serves as a platform for scholarly communication among literary enthusiasts, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and others interested in various disciplines. This edition, produced during the mid-19th century, reflects a Victorian era where curiosity about history, literature, and cultural customs thrived. The topics covered in this particular issue include ghost stories, pet names, historical notes, folk lore, and various
queries from readers seeking information on diverse subjects. The content of this edition is organized into sections titled "Notes," "Queries," and "Replies," showcasing a blend of scholarly inquiry and community engagement. It features interesting discussions on subjects such as Daniel Defoe and his ghost stories, the evolution of pet names, and reflections on ancient customs like the Lacedæmonian Black Broth. In addition, readers pose inquiries about historical landmarks, significant literary passages, and genealogy, while contributors provide researched replies to enhance collective knowledge. Overall, this publication represents an early form of academic discourse focused on sharing insights and answering curiosities of the Victorian readership. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Notes and Queries, Number 16, February 16, 1850 |
| Credits |
Produced by The Internet Library of Early Journals; Jon Ingram, Jeremy Weatherford, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.1 (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. | 16193 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16193-8 |
| Release Date | Jul 3, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 394 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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