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Various |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No. 107, Vol. III, January 16, 1886
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: William and Robert Chambers,1853.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chambers%27s_Edinburgh_Journal
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| Credits |
Susan Skinner, Eric Hutton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No.…" by R. Chambers (Secundus) is a periodical publication that encompasses various essays and articles related to literature, science, and the arts, typical of the late 19th century. Established by William and Robert Chambers in 1832, this journal reflects the Victorian era's intellectual pursuits and the popular interests of that time, aiming to provide insightful content accessible to a broad readership. The topics explore the developments in communication, naval practices, and social conditions, among others. In this particular issue, the journal features a detailed discussion on communication at sea, emphasizing the advancements in signaling methods which have significantly improved maritime safety and coordination. The author recounts historical methods of signaling before the advent of modern systems, detailing the International Code of Signals that allows vessels from different nations to communicate effectively, even if they do not share a common language. Other articles cover social themes, such as the contrast between old and modern perspectives on education for women in the West Indies, highlighting a marriage arrangement between two families, and provide geographical insights into Alaska's early history post its acquisition by the United States. Overall, the journal serves as a rich tapestry of popular literature interwoven with the scientific and artistic discussions of its time, appealing to the interests and curiosities of its contemporary audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66984 |
| Release Date |
Dec 21, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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