The Philadelphia Magazines and their Contributors 1741-1850 by Albert Henry Smyth
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"The Philadelphia Magazines and their Contributors 1741-1850" by Albert Henry Smyth is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the rich literary history of Philadelphia, highlighting the evolution of American literature through its many magazines and their contributors. The book explores notable figures, the production of early American literature, and the cultural climate of the city that once served as a literary hub. At the start
of the book, Smyth provides a preface that outlines the motivation for his research, which arose from the vibrant literary culture of Philadelphia and the need to document its periodicals. He introduces various influential figures and events that shaped the magazines in the city, ranging from the early competitions between Benjamin Franklin and Andrew Bradford to the emergence of prominent writers and their contributions. The opening sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of how these magazines contributed to the broader narrative of American literature, reflecting on themes of nationalism, cultural identity, and the writers' reactions to criticism from abroad. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Smyth, Albert Henry, 1863-1907 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Philadelphia Magazines and their Contributors 1741-1850 |
| Credits |
Produced by Annie McGuire and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | American periodicals -- Pennsylvania -- Philadelphia |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24303 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24303-0 |
| Release Date | Jan 15, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 750 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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