The Southern Literary Messenger, Vol. I., No. 8, April, 1835 by Various

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Author Various
Editor Heath, James E.
Title The Southern Literary Messenger, Vol. I., No. 8, April, 1835
Note Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Southern Literary Messenger, Vol. I., No. 8, April, 1835" by Various is a literary periodical published during the early 19th century. This collection features essays, stories, poetry, and critical reviews related to literature and the fine arts, reflecting the era's cultural and intellectual currents. The issue likely explores diverse themes, contributing to the growing dialogue about American literature and identity. At the start of this volume, readers encounter an essay on the influence of free government on the human mind. This piece argues that the state of a nation’s collective intellect is directly tied to the freedom and cultivation of its individual minds, emphasizing that societal progress hinges on mental engagement rather than oppression. The text contrasts the intellectual vigor found in free societies with the stagnation in despotic regimes, showcasing the essential role of freedom in promoting creativity and moral expansion. Following this, a narrative about an Indian lover introduces a captivating fictional tale, enriched with social observations about Native American culture as recounted by a character with first-hand experience in the fur trade. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject American literature -- 19th century -- Periodicals
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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