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Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 421 Volume 17, New Series, January 24, 1852 is a captivating collection of literary works that offers a glimpse into the culture and society of the mid-19th century. The publication features an array of articles, stories, and poems that cover a wide range of topics, from travel and history to science and literature.

One of the highlights of this edition is the in-depth exploration of various historical events and figures, shedding light on lesser-known aspects of the past. The prose is both informative and engaging, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the stories being told.

Additionally, the journal includes a selection of thought-provoking essays that touch on social issues of the time, providing valuable insights into the mindset of people living in the 1850s. These essays serve as a reminder of the progress that has been made in society since then, as well as the challenges that still remain.

Overall, Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 421 Volume 17, New Series, January 24, 1852 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in history, literature, or culture. The diverse range of content ensures that there is something for everyone to enjoy, making it a worthwhile read for both casual readers and scholars alike.

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CHAMBERS' EDINBURGH JOURNAL

CONDUCTED BY WILLIAM AND ROBERT CHAMBERS, EDITORS OF 'CHAMBERS'S INFORMATION FOR THE PEOPLE,' 'CHAMBERS'S EDUCATIONAL COURSE,' &c.

No. 421. NEW SERIES. SATURDAY, JANUARY 24, 1852. PRICE 1 1/2 d

THE WOLF GATHERING.

One winter evening some years ago, I sat with a small circle of friends round the fire, in the house of a Polish gentleman, whom his acquaintances agreed in calling Mr Charles, as the most pronounceable of his names. He had fought in all his country's battles of the unsuccessful revolution of 1831; and being one of the many who sought life and liberty in the British dominions, on the failure of that last national effort, he had, with a spirit worthy of an exiled patriot, made the best of his unchosen fortunes, and worked his way up, through a thousand difficulties and privations, to a respectable standing in the mercantile profession. At the period mentioned, Mr Charles had become almost naturalised in one of our great commercial towns, was a member of a British church, and the head of a British household; but when the conversation happened to turn on sporting matters round his own fireside, he related in perfect seriousness the following wild and legend like story of his early life in Poland:

The year before the rising, I went from my native place in Samogitia (Szamaït), to spend Christmas at the house of my uncle, situated in the wooded country of Upper Lithuania... Continue reading book >>


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