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Various |
| Title |
The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 36, October, 1860
A Magazine Of Literature, Art, And Politics
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Keith M. Eckrich, and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 36, October, 1860" by Various is a literary magazine likely published in the mid-19th century, characterized by its rich contributions to literature, art, and political thought of the time. The featured pieces discuss a variety of topics, including explorations of historical figures, contemporary debates, and cultural reflections, providing readers with insights into the intellectual landscape of the era. The opening of this volume presents an intriguing travelogue that discusses the author's visit to the haunts of the renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns. Beginning with a narrative of the journey from Carlisle to Dumfries, the account describes the physical environment and the poet's modest domicile, juxtaposing the poet's rough living conditions with his enduring literary legacy. It delves into specific locations associated with Burns, such as his grave and the church he attended, also reflecting on the sentiments surrounding his life and works. Overall, this introduction sets a tone of reverence mixed with a critical observation of the societal contexts in which Burns lived and wrote, inviting readers to appreciate both the man and the myth he has become. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
American periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10854 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 21, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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