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The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 14, No. 383, August 1, 1829 is a fascinating collection of articles and essays that provide a diverse range of topics for readers to enjoy. From discussions on art and science to tales of adventure and romance, this volume offers something for everyone.

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Overall, The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 14, No. 383, August 1, 1829 is a delightful read that is sure to captivate readers of all interests. With its engaging writing style and diverse range of topics, this volume is a must-read for anyone looking for a well-rounded and entertaining collection of articles and essays.

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THE MIRROR OF LITERATURE, AMUSEMENT, AND INSTRUCTION.

VOL. XIV, No. 383] SATURDAY, AUGUST 1, 1829. [PRICE 2d.

TUNBRIDGE WELLS.

[Illustration: TUNBRIDGE WELLS IN 1748. With sketches of Dr. Johnson, Cibber, Garrick, Lyttleton, Richardson, &c. &c. For Explanation, see the annexed page. ]

References to the Characters in the Engraving.

1. Dr. Johnson. 2. Bishop of Salisbury (Dr. Gilbert.) 3. Lord Harcourt. 4. Cotley Cibber. 5. Mr. Garrick. 6. Mrs. Frasi, the singer. 7. Mr. Nash. 8. Miss Chudleigh (Duchess of Kingston.) 9. Mr. Pitt (Earl of Chatham.) 10. A. Onslow, Esq. (the Speaker.) 11. Lord Powis. 12. Duchess of Norfolk. 13. Miss Peggy Banks 14. Lady Lincoln 15. Mr. (afterwards Lord) Lyttleton. 16. The Baron (a German gamester.) 17. Samuel Richardson. 18. Mrs. Onslow. 20. Mrs. Johnson (the Doctor's wife.) 21. Mr. Whiston 22. Loggan, the artist. 23. Woman of the Wells.

Tunbridge, or as old folks still call it, "the Wells," was a gay, anecdotical resort of the last century, and about as different from the fashionable haunts of the present, as St. James's is to Russel Square, or an old English mansion to the egg shell architecture of yesterday. In its best days, it was second only to Bath, and little did its belles and beaux dream of the fishified village of Brighthelmstone, in the adjoining county, spreading to a city, and being docked of its syllabic proportions to the Brighton of ears polite... Continue reading book >>


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