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Various |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, fifth series, no. 121, vol. III, April 24, 1886
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: William and Robert Chambers, 1853.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.8 (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 managed by R. Chambers (Secundus) and originally established by William and Robert Chambers in the early 19th century. This collection, likely printed in the late 19th century, encompasses a broad range of topics including finance, literature, science, and the arts. The publication seeks to engage with contemporary issues and trends, delving into matters of societal interest and the impact of various genres of literature on public morals and knowledge. The content within this particular issue reflects on the precarious nature of financial ventures during that time, enlightening readers about the rise of joint-stock companies and the often misleading nature of their promotions. Through detailed anecdotes and critical observations, the journal criticizes the gambling culture intertwined with these companies and the societal ramifications on the working and middle classes. It highlights personal stories of individuals who fell victim to these financial schemes, showcasing how credulity and the desire for quick profits often led to disastrous outcomes. Themes of morality, societal responsibility, and the need for regulation are central to the discourse, aiming to shed light on the darker aspects of commercial speculation. (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. |
70365 |
| Release Date |
Mar 24, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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