Notes and Queries, Number 80, May 10, 1851 by Various

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Author Various
Title Notes and Queries, Number 80, May 10, 1851
A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.
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Summary "Notes and Queries, Number 80, May 10, 1851" by Various is a periodical publication from the mid-19th century that serves as a forum for discussions among literary men, antiquarians, genealogists, and other intellectuals. The issue includes a diverse array of topics, including folklore, literary critiques, historical notes, and various queries posed by readers. The format indicates a strong community interest in cultural knowledge sharing and scholarly discourse. The beginning of this issue sets a contemplative tone, reflecting on the Great Exhibition of 1851 as a monumental event that symbolizes peace and unity. The author introduces Chaucer’s prophetic vision of a glass temple, drawing a connection between the past and the present, suggesting that if Chaucer were to witness the exhibition, he would express it in his poetic style. The text includes imaginative elements, with Chaucer's dreamlike description of a glorious glass temple inhabited by various images and entities, establishing a literary framework that intertwines history, prophecy, and contemporary events. This opening context effectively invites readers into a blend of aesthetics and intellectual inquiry that characterizes the entire publication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books
Subject Questions and answers -- Periodicals
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