Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 110, December 6, 1851 by Various
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"Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 110, December 6, 1851" by Various is a literary periodical published in the mid-19th century. The volume serves as a forum for inquiries and contributions from literary men, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and others, exploring various topics including history, literature, and folklore. Each issue is structured around notes, queries, and replies, aimed at generating discussion and sharing knowledge among its readership. The opening of this particular volume
presents a range of intriguing topics submitted by correspondents. Highlights include queries about the aboriginal inhabitants of St. Domingo, reflecting on historical misconceptions, and a discussion on the mitigation of capital punishment for a forger in England, epitomizing Victorian concerns with justice and morality. Additionally, it delves into literary references and parallels found in the works of notable historical figures such as Jeremy Taylor and Sir Robert Schomburgk, alongside folk lore regarding omens related to bees and cultural artifacts like the legacy of William Caxton. These discussions set the tone for a rich exploration of diverse historical and literary questions, appealing to readers interested in deepening their understanding of various subjects through collaborative inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Bell, George, 1814-1890 |
| Title |
Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 110, December 6, 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 Library of Early Journals.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.2 (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. | 39338 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39338-4 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2012 |
| Last Update | Nov 29, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 434 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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