Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 54, No. 337, November, 1843 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 54, No. 337, November, 1843 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 54, No. 337, November, 1843" by Various is a collection of essays and articles published in the early 19th century. The magazine features various topics such as travel, cultural commentary, and social critiques, offering a snapshot of societal interests and issues of the time. The opening essay, "Adventures in Texas," sets the stage for an exploration of the Texian landscape, land speculation, and the challenges faced by new settlers. The beginning of "Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine" introduces readers to the experiences of Edward Rivers, a young man who embarks on a journey to claim land in Texas. After acquiring a land certificate, he arrives in Galveston Bay, only to discover the desolate and unfamiliar landscape, which is markedly different from his expectations. As Rivers ventures further into the prairie, he faces a series of mishaps, including a horse that throws him off and the realization that his land ownership is more complicated than he anticipated due to the conditions imposed by the Mexican government. The story intricately weaves themes of adventure, misadventure, and the harsh realities of frontier life, creating an engaging narrative that captures the spirit of exploration during that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Scotland -- Periodicals |
| Subject | England -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16607 |
| Release Date | Aug 27, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 97 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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