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Various |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No. 31, Vol. I, August 2, 1884
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Susan Skinner, Eric Hutton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, Fifth Series, No.…" is a periodical publication edited by R. Chambers (Secundus) and established by William and Robert Chambers in 1832, indicative of the popular literature and scientific discourse prevalent during the late Victorian era. This collection features a mix of articles, essays, and illustrations that delve into various subjects, including natural history, literature, social commentary, and art. Each issue offers insights into the cultural zeitgeist of the time, reflecting on contemporary scientific inquiries and literary trends. This specific issue focuses heavily on the natural phenomenon of bird migration, presenting both observational data and emerging theories about the behavioral patterns of migratory birds. The text discusses contributions from ornithologists and highlights the importance of systematic investigations in understanding flocks’ movements during seasonal changes. Additionally, it explores the impact of environmental factors such as temperature and food supply on migration, while presenting intriguing anecdotes from light-keepers and amateur naturalists who have recorded migratory patterns. The collection also contains various narratives including discussions on human experiences, educational initiatives within the army, and reflections on moral and social issues, tying together themes of progress and the search for knowledge in Victorian society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65985 |
| Release Date |
Aug 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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