Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 447 by Various
"Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 447" by Various is a periodical published in the mid-19th century. This issue provides a collection of thoughtful articles that delve into social commentary and historical observations, particularly focusing on themes relating to women's hardships, the development of British colonies, and the dynamics of societal trends over time. The opening portion of the journal discusses the concept of the "Martyr Sex" concerning women's enduring suffering throughout history, likeningtheir experiences to a form of martyrdom. The author reflects on the absurdities and oppressions that women have faced, from footbinding practices and corsets to overly elaborate hairstyles, illustrating these points with a mix of historical examples and personal anecdotes. The prose blends humor and pathos to capture the reader's attention, highlighting the resilience of women who have borne these burdens with remarkable fortitude despite having little agency in their circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title | Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 447 Volume 18, New Series, July 24, 1852 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21126 |
| Release Date | Apr 17, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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