Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 712 by Various

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Author Various
Editor Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871
Editor Chambers, William, 1800-1883
Title Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 712
August 18, 1877
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chambers%27s_Edinburgh_Journal
Note Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 712" by Various is a periodical publication that belongs to the genre of literary and scientific journals, written during the late 19th century. This particular issue, dated August 18, 1877, reflects on pressing societal issues, including pollution and health, alongside narratives of human interest, aimed at a general audience interested in literature, science, and arts. This issue covers a diverse array of topics, ranging from serious commentaries on air and water pollution due to industrial activities to fictional narratives like "The Last of the Haddons," which depicts personal stories and societal relationships. Articles within discuss the detrimental effects of smoke emitted by factories on both public health and the environment, advocating for greater responsibility among industrialists and stronger governmental oversight. Additionally, it highlights touching human experiences, such as the resilience displayed by those involved in saving miners trapped in a coal mine and the inspiring stories behind significant social characterizations, further capturing the emotional fabric of society during this transformative period in history. Overall, the journal serves as a mirror to the challenges and moral considerations faced in an industrializing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject Periodicals
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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