Graham's Magazine, Vol. XL, No. 2, February 1852 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Editor | Graham, George R., 1813-1894 |
| Title | Graham's Magazine, Vol. XL, No. 2, February 1852 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Graham's Magazine, Vol. XL, No. 2, February 1852" by Various is a periodical publication containing a collection of fiction, literature, and articles written in the mid-19th century. The magazine features a diverse array of content, including essays and poetry that reflect the cultural, social, and literary concerns of the time, providing insights into the prevailing attitudes and trends of the era. The opening of this volume presents a compilation of engaging articles, stories, and poems addressing various themes. It begins with an article about the Philadelphia Navy-Yard, reflecting on the state of naval affairs and the costs associated with military maintenance; this is followed by poetry that evokes nostalgia and themes of love, nature, and human emotion. Additionally, the opening features a humorous essay on the 'Physiology of Dandyism,' which critiques societal foppery and explores the absurdities of fashionable vanity. Through this mixture of serious discussions and lighter commentary, the magazine offers readers a snapshot of mid-19th century American thought and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Literature, Modern -- 19th century -- Periodicals |
| Subject | Literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60139 |
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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