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Various |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No. 114, Vol. III, March 6, 1886
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: William and Robert Chambers,1853.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chambers%27s_Edinburgh_Journal
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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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.…" is a periodical publication edited by R. Chambers (Secundus) and established by William and Robert Chambers in 1832. This volume of the journal, published during the late 19th century, serves as an informative collection that explores various topics in literature, science, and art, aiming to engage a broad audience with accessible and enlightening content. The journal features a range of articles covering medical discoveries, such as the introduction of cocaine as a local anesthetic, discussions on mine safety regulations in coal mining, evocative fictional narratives like "The Haunted Jungle," as well as poetic expressions reflecting on mythology and nature. Each segment is crafted to pique the curiosity of readers, offering insights into contemporary thoughts and practices, from the applications of newly discovered medicines to the cultural intricacies of Ceylon. The diverse topics illustrate both the scientific advancements of the era and the narratively rich storytelling tradition, showcasing how literature and factual knowledge intersect to create a holistic reading experience. (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. |
68035 |
| Release Date |
May 9, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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