The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863 by Various
"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863" by Various is a literary magazine published in the mid-19th century. This issue includes a blend of essays, travel narratives, critiques, and poetry reflective of the cultural and political climate of the time, particularly during the American Civil War period. The content likely explores themes of societal observations, historical commentary, and artistic representations, illustrating the evolving American identity. The opening of this volumeintroduces a detailed commentary on the House of Lords by the author, who has previously described the House of Commons. It vividly depicts the architectural beauty and history of the House of Lords, including its Gothic design and important relics. The writer delves into the composition of the House, highlighting the distinctions between lords spiritual and lords temporal, as well as their qualifications and societal status. The tone is both informative and reflective, as the author observes the peculiarities of parliamentary proceedings and the nature of the peers who occupy these esteemed positions, juxtaposing them against the backdrop of American political values and the evolving relationship between the two nations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863 A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Cornell University, Joshua Hutchinson, Guido Royackers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | American periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16033 |
| Release Date | Jun 9, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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