Notes and Queries, Number 194, July 16, 1853 by Various
"Notes and Queries, Number 194, July 16, 1853" by Various is a collection of historical inquiries and literary correspondence written in the mid-19th century. The publication serves as a platform for literary men, artists, antiquarians, genealogists, and other intellectuals to share notes, ask questions, offer insights, and engage in discussions on a wide range of topics, reflecting the scholarly interests of the time. The opening portion of this volume introduces various notesand queries. It begins with an examination of the derivation of the word "island," presenting different scholarly interpretations before proposing a new theory. Following this, there is a variety of minor topics explored, such as weather rules from the 17th century, customs related to epic poetry, and modern practices of assuming noble arms. The text showcases a mixture of scholarly exploration, historical anecdotes, and cultural observations, inviting readers to consider these themes in greater depth. The variety of topics reflects the intellectual curiosity of the era, engaging readers interested in both literature and historical inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Bell, George, 1814-1890 |
| Title | Notes and Queries, Number 194, July 16, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charlene Taylor, Jonathan Ingram, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Library of Early Journals.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books |
| Subject | Questions and answers -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28476 |
| Release Date | Apr 2, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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