Notes and Queries, Vol. 10: A Medium of Intercommunication for Literary Men, General Readers, Etc;, July December, 1890 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266377092 ISBN 13: 9780266377092

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Notes and Queries, Volume 10 is a late‑Victorian compilation of short scholarly notes, questions, and replies on literature, history, language, and folklore from July to December 1890.

It offers quick, readable glimpses into how educated readers and writers discussed the past and connected with the present.

Inside you’ll find concise essays, etymologies, bibliographical notices, and lively exchanges spanning topics from medieval history to language structure and from theatre history to local lore. The pages show a community of readers sharing research, corrections, and curiosities, with a tone that’s informative and accessible.

• Historical notes and discussions, including the Dukedom of Clarence and related events.
• Language and grammar curiosities, including present and past tenses in English and Gaelic constructs.
• Biographical sketches, bibliographical references, and questions about authors and plays.
• Quizzes, inquiries, and responses that illuminate literary and cultural trivia of the era.

Ideal for readers who enjoy a window into Victorian scholarly dialogue, with a mix of history, language, and literary culture.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266377092
• ISBN 13: 9780266377092
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 558