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Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 344, June, 1844 offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary landscape of the mid-19th century. This collection of essays, poetry, and short stories provides readers with a diverse array of perspectives on topics ranging from politics and society to nature and the arts.

One of the standout pieces in this volume is the essay on the impact of industrialization on rural communities, which offers a poignant reflection on the social and economic changes of the time. The poetry featured in this issue is equally impressive, with poets such as Wordsworth and Coleridge showcasing their talent for capturing the beauty of the natural world.

Overall, Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 55, No. 344, June, 1844 is a rich and thought-provoking read that will appeal to anyone with an interest in literature and history. Its combination of insightful commentary and lyrical prose makes it a valuable addition to any bookshelf.

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{Transcriber's note: Spellings are sometimes erratic. A few obvious misprints have been corrected, but in general the original spelling has been retained. Accents in the French and Spanish passages are inconsistent, and have not been standardised. Greek phrases have been transliterated, and are enclosed in signs eis Athênas.}

BLACKWOOD'S EDINBURGH MAGAZINE.

NO. CCCXLIV. JUNE, 1844. VOL. LV.

CONTENTS.

TRADITIONS AND TALES OF UPPER LUSATIA. NO. I. THE FAIRIES' SABBATH, 665

COLUMBUS. (A PRINT AFTER A PICTURE BY PARMEGGIANO.) BY B. SIMMONS, 687

TO SWALLOWS ON THE EVE OF DEPARTURE. BY THE SAME, 690

THE DILIGENCE. A LEAF FROM A JOURNAL, 692

WHO WROTE GIL BLAS? 698

MICHAEL KALLIPHOURNAS, 725

AFRICA SLAVE TRADE TROPICAL COLONIES, 731

NARRATION OF CERTAIN UNCOMMON THINGS THAT DID FORMERLY HAPPEN TO ME, HERBERT WILLIS, B.D. 749

BEAU BRUMMELL, 769

THE ACTUAL CONDITION OF THE GREEK STATE, 785

INDEX, 797

EDINBURGH: WILLIAM BLACKWOOD AND SONS, 45, GEORGE STREET; AND 22, PALL MALL, LONDON... Continue reading book >>


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