| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor |
Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title |
Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 739, February 23, 1878
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 739, February…" is a periodical publication featuring essays and articles on a variety of topics, likely written in the late 19th century. The journal encompasses themes of literature, science, art, and social commentary, with the specific issue presenting discussions around bird-keeping and other cultural observations of the time. The opening of this issue provides a thoughtful reflection on the practice of caging birds, where the author grapples with the tensions between the joys of keeping pet birds and the ethical implications of confining them. The piece mentions insights from a dealer in birds, emphasizing the need for proper care and understanding of birds' needs for a healthy and fulfilling life in captivity. Additionally, it delves into observations about the connection between birds and human happiness, suggesting that the presence of songbirds can offer companionship and delight to those at home, ultimately framing the practice of bird-keeping as a nuanced topic that warrants deeper consideration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
62226 |
| Release Date |
May 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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