Notes and Queries, Number 217, December 24, 1853 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Number 217, December 24, 1853" by Various is a collection of literary inquiries, folklore, legends, and discussions related to various topics, compiled in the mid-19th century. This publication serves as a platform for literary men, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and the general public to explore knowledge sharing, inquiry, and interest in folklore rooted in various regional traditions. The opening of this edition presents a diverse array of notes, queries, and
corresponding replies. It features topics such as folk legends from the reign of King James I, Christmas customs in Pennsylvania influenced by German settlers, and charming county rhymes from England. Additionally, it includes minor notes and queries about historical figures, customs, and even inquiries into linguistic origins, emphasizing the pursuit of knowledge and community engagement in preservation of cultural narratives and practices. The structure indicates a rich tradition of inquiry, showcasing the broad interests of its contributors and readers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title |
Notes and Queries, Number 217, December 24, 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: 70.8 (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. | 30133 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-30133-4 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2009 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 525 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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