Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 By: Various
Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 is a fascinating read that offers a wide range of articles on popular literature and science. The magazine covers a variety of topics, from poetry and short stories to scientific essays and literary reviews, providing a well-rounded and engaging reading experience. One of the standout features of this volume is the quality of the writing. The contributors to the magazine are clearly talented and knowledgeable in their respective fields, and their work is both informative and entertaining. The variety of subjects covered ensures that there is something for everyone in this magazine, whether you are interested in literature, science, or both. Overall, Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 is a well-curated collection of articles that will appeal to a wide range of readers. Whether you are looking for thought-provoking essays, captivating short stories, or insightful literary criticism, this magazine has something for everyone. I highly recommend picking up a copy and immersing yourself in the diverse and engaging content that it has to offer. First Page: LIPPINCOTT'S MAGAZINE OF POPULAR LITERATURE AND SCIENCE. MAY, 1875. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1875, by J. B. LIPPINCOTT & CO., in the Office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. UP THE PARANA AND IN PARAGUAY. TWO PAPERS. I. [Illustration: DIAMOND CLIFF: SUNSET.] The lot of the foreigner in Buenos Ayres during the rainy season is not an enviable one. The Englishman who finds himself in that city when the rain falls for weeks at a time becomes a victim to the spleen, the American to "the blues," the Frenchman to ennui. The houses, built with a view mainly to protection against the torrid heats of summer, are not adapted to shelter their inmates from the dampness of winter, which penetrates through doors that do not fasten and windows that do not fit as snugly as they should. The continual and monotonous drip of the rain, which ripples in streams or falls drop by drop on the pavement of the yards or of the street, is also highly depressing to the spirits when one is held an involuntary prisoner in the ground floors of the houses, and must perforce listen to it for hours. If, led by inclination or compelled by necessity, you go into the street, you find the space between the sidewalks transformed into a miniature river. In some of the streets the pavements are more than three feet high, and pedestrians walk on them as on the tow path of a canal, passing from one side of the torrent to the other on small wooden crossings... Continue reading book >>

Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 By: Various

Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 is a fascinating read that offers a wide range of articles on popular literature and science. The magazine covers a variety of topics, from poetry and short stories to scientific essays and literary reviews, providing a well-rounded and engaging reading experience.

One of the standout features of this volume is the quality of the writing. The contributors to the magazine are clearly talented and knowledgeable in their respective fields, and their work is both informative and entertaining. The variety of subjects covered ensures that there is something for everyone in this magazine, whether you are interested in literature, science, or both.

Overall, Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 15, No. 89, May, 1875 is a well-curated collection of articles that will appeal to a wide range of readers. Whether you are looking for thought-provoking essays, captivating short stories, or insightful literary criticism, this magazine has something for everyone. I highly recommend picking up a copy and immersing yourself in the diverse and engaging content that it has to offer.

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LIPPINCOTT'S MAGAZINE

POPULAR LITERATURE AND SCIENCE.

MAY, 1875.

Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1875, by J. B. LIPPINCOTT & CO., in the Office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington.

UP THE PARANA AND IN PARAGUAY.

TWO PAPERS. I.

[Illustration: DIAMOND CLIFF: SUNSET.]

The lot of the foreigner in Buenos Ayres during the rainy season is not an enviable one. The Englishman who finds himself in that city when the rain falls for weeks at a time becomes a victim to the spleen, the American to "the blues," the Frenchman to ennui. The houses, built with a view mainly to protection against the torrid heats of summer, are not adapted to shelter their inmates from the dampness of winter, which penetrates through doors that do not fasten and windows that do not fit as snugly as they should. The continual and monotonous drip of the rain, which ripples in streams or falls drop by drop on the pavement of the yards or of the street, is also highly depressing to the spirits when one is held an involuntary prisoner in the ground floors of the houses, and must perforce listen to it for hours.

If, led by inclination or compelled by necessity, you go into the street, you find the space between the sidewalks transformed into a miniature river. In some of the streets the pavements are more than three feet high, and pedestrians walk on them as on the tow path of a canal, passing from one side of the torrent to the other on small wooden crossings... Continue reading book >>

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