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| Author | Various |
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| Title | The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 14, No. 403, December 5, 1829 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Andy Jewell, David Garcia, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 14, No. 403,…" is a periodical publication from the early 19th century, widely considered a collection of essays, poetry, and artistic commentary, reflecting on various topics including literature, nature, and societal customs of the time. Following in the tradition of literary magazines, it aims to entertain and instruct its readers, providing insight and observations relevant to its contemporary audience. The publication encapsulates the cultural interests of the period, which blends romantic fascination with nature and a burgeoning interest in the social dynamics of British life. The content of this particular volume features a variety of pieces, including an extensive description of the Staubbach Falls in Switzerland, illustrating the sublime beauty of nature that evokes both awe and contemplation. Additional sections explore themes such as psalmody and its evolution within religious practices, a narrative of a shipwreck on a coral reef that showcases the trials faced by sailors at sea, and commentary on various customs across cultures. Notably, the volume also showcases poetry that celebrates the charm and complexity of human experiences such as love, nature, and community in a lively and accessible manner. As a result, it serves as a snapshot of early 19th-century thought, art, and literature, capturing the interplay between nature, human emotion, and societal practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Popular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11458 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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