Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 92, August 2, 1851 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 92, August 2, 1851" by Various is a collection of literary and historical inquiries and comments likely produced in the mid-19th century. This periodical serves as a platform for the exchange of knowledge among literary men, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists, with contributors sharing notes, queries, and responses on various topics ranging from literature to antiquities. The opening of this volume introduces various sections, including notes on
proverbial philosophy and commentary on literary works, notably a paraphrase on the 137th Psalm. It also features queries regarding folklore figures such as John a Kent and John a Cumber, as well as discussions on linguistic nuances and literary references. This initial portion establishes a rich tapestry of intellectual exchange, reflecting the period's fascination with literary criticism, historical inquiry, and an eagerness to document and clarify cultural artifacts and sayings, making it a valuable read for scholars and enthusiasts alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Bell, George, 1814-1890 |
| Title |
Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 92, August 2, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.0 (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. | 38324 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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