| Author |
Various |
| Title |
The Cornhill Magazine, Vol. I, January 1860
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Smith, Elder and Co., 1860.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
hekula03, Ian Crann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"The Cornhill Magazine, Vol. I, January 1860" by Various is a collection of literary and cultural writings compiled during the mid-19th century. This magazine features a variety of content, including serialized fiction like "Framley Parsonage," essays like "Studies in Animal Life," and social commentary pieces. The diverse topics covered suggest a publication that sought to engage a wide range of intellectual interests and social issues of its time, reflecting contemporary thought and culture. At the start of "Framley Parsonage," we are introduced to Mark Robarts, a young and fortunate man from a modest background, whose promising future has been shaped by opportunity and connections. The narrative highlights Mark's close friendship with Lord Lufton and the pivotal roles played by familial motivations and social networks in determining his trajectory to becoming the vicar of Framley. The opening lays the groundwork for exploring themes of societal obligations, class interactions, and the influence of patronage, especially as Lady Lufton, a benefactor, seeks a suitable candidate for the position. The initial character sketches provide insight into the complexities of Mark's life, setting the stage for future developments in both his personal and professional spheres. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
England -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
Short stories, English -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
English literature -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66075 |
| Release Date |
Aug 17, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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