Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 458 by Various
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Author | Various |
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Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
Title |
Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 458 Volume 18, New Series, October 9, 1852 |
Note | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Summary | "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 458" by Various is a collection of articles and narratives published in the early 19th century, specifically in 1852. This journal issue features a mix of intriguing stories, informative pieces, and accounts of travel and industry, showcasing life and culture during that era. One prominent article within this edition recounts a remarkable swimming adventure along the Danube River, highlighting themes of survival, folly, and the unexpected twists of fate. The opening of this journal introduces a character with a lifelong passion for swimming, who embarks on a commercial tour through Europe. Following a delightful swim in the Danube, he quickly finds himself in a precarious situation as the current sweeps him far downstream, leading to a series of humorous and alarming escapades that leave him stranded and in search of help while experiencing the absurdity of his circumstances. The narrative vividly captures the protagonist's emotional journey, reflecting on both the physical exertion and the existential plight faced during his unexpected adventure, as well as the absurdity of a situation that juxtaposes joy with dire consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
Subject | Periodicals |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 24084 |
Release Date | Dec 31, 2007 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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