Notes and Queries, Number 208, October 22, 1853 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Number 208, October 22, 1853" by Various is a historical publication that falls under the genre of literary journals, written in the mid-19th century. This compilation serves as a platform for scholarly communication among literary figures, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and others, facilitating the exchange of ideas, inquiries, and responses related to literature and culture of the time. The content reflects a wide-ranging interest in topics such as folk lore,
literary critiques, and biographical notes. The opening of the volume presents a collection of notes and queries submitted by various contributors, showcasing a diversity of subjects and scholarly interests. Among the intriguing entries is a discussion about Thomas Newans, a self-proclaimed prophet from Shropshire, who claims to have received divine warnings about forthcoming events. Other sections investigate regional folk lore from places like Cambridgeshire and New Brunswick, highlighting customs and superstitions. The breadth of topics, from Shakespearean correspondence to public inquiries about historical figures, underscores the publication’s role as a vital medium for the intellectual discourse of the time, inviting readers to engage with the ideas and discussions presented. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Bell, George, 1814-1890 |
| Title |
Notes and Queries, Number 208, October 22, 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: 62.1 (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. | 26767 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 436 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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