Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 63, No. 391, May, 1848 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 63, No. 391, May, 1848 |
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| Summary | "Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 63, No. 391, May, 1848" by Various is a periodical publication from the mid-19th century that includes a collection of essays and articles. The magazine features a diverse range of topics, indicated by its table of contents, which includes literary pieces, examinations of societal issues, and discussions on education, culture, and politics. The likely focus of this particular volume is on the various intellectual and social currents of the time, reflecting the complexities of Victorian society. The opening of this volume presents a detailed narrative from a segment titled "The Caxtons," where we are introduced to Pisistratus Caxton, a young boy excelling in school and inspired by his father’s intellectual pursuits. Through Pisistratus's experiences, we immediately encounter the impact of education on his development and the shifting philosophies surrounding teaching methods, particularly through the engaging character of Dr. Herman and his unconventional academy. The narrative sets up themes of ambition, familial influence, and the dynamics of learning, while hinting at broader societal changes as the scholarly and educational landscapes evolve in the wake of contemporary challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Scotland -- Periodicals |
| Subject | England -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40090 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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