Notes and Queries, Vol. 10: A Medium of Intercommunication for Literary Men, General Readers, Etc.; July-December, 1878 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William John Thomas

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266545637 ISBN 13: 9780266545637

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Delve into a living record of literary and scholarly inquiry.

This issue presents a curated window into notes on language, literature, and history, drawn from a long-running study of curious questions and thoughtful answers. It invites readers to explore how readers, editors, and scholars discuss texts, context, and tradition.

Inside, you’ll find concise observations, cross-references, and commentary that illuminate how everyday words, classical references, and literary motifs have been understood and traced across time. The material is presented in a practical, accessible way, inviting careful reading without assuming deep prior knowledge.

• Short notes that connect language, literature, and historical context.
• Scholarly commentary that clarifies terms, references, and literary allusions.
• Curated questions and answers that invite further exploration and discussion.
• Examples and excerpts that illustrate how readers build meaning from texts.

Ideal for readers who enjoy literary history, philology, and the craft of close reading.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266545637
• ISBN 13: 9780266545637
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 574