The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863: A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863: A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Various.
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"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863" by Various is a literary magazine published in the mid-19th century. This issue includes a blend of essays, travel narratives, critiques, and poetry reflective of the cultural and political climate of the time, particularly during the American Civil War period. The content likely explores themes of societal observations, historical commentary, and artistic representations, illustrating the evolving American identity. The opening of this volume introduces a detailed commentary on the House of Lords by the author, who has previously described the House of Commons. It vividly depicts the architectural beauty and history of the House of Lords, including its Gothic design and important relics. The writer delves into the composition of the House, highlighting the distinctions between lords spiritual and lords temporal, as well as their qualifications and societal status. The tone is both informative and reflective, as the author observes the peculiarities of parliamentary proceedings and the nature of the peers who occupy these esteemed positions, juxtaposing them against the backdrop of American political values and the evolving relationship between the two nations.
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- Title: The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863: A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics
- Author credits: Various
- Catalogue language: English
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- American periodicals
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- Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
- Category: History - American
- Category: History - British
- Category: History - Modern (1750+)
- Category: Journals
- Category: Poetry
- Category: Travel Writing
- The Atlantic Monthly
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