Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 715 by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 715 September 8, 1877 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 715" by Various is a collection of articles and essays written in the late 19th century. The journal covers a variety of topics, including humorous observations, literary critiques, and natural science discussions. This particular issue includes light-hearted commentary on the quirks of English translations found in foreign tourist towns, alongside fictional narratives and informative pieces on various subjects of interest at the time. The opening of this journal issue begins with amusing anecdotes regarding the often bizarre and incorrect English used in signs and advertisements aimed at British tourists in Europe. By highlighting several examples from hotels and restaurants, the text provides insight into both the challenges non-native speakers face in translation and the misunderstandings that arise from cultural differences. It sets a light, humorous tone for the journal, suggesting that the content within will engage readers with both entertainment and reflections on language and communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49703 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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