Notes and Queries, Vol. 10: A Medium of Inter-Communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, Etc.; July-December, 1854 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William John Thomas

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331301857 ISBN 13: 9780331301854

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019

Synopsis

Seasoned readers and researchers: discover a 19th-century primer on literary culture and scholarly inquiry.

This is the tenth volume of Notes and Queries, a periodical that served as a daily gathering place for literary men, artists, antiquaries, genealogists, and others who shared notes, questions, and discoveries. The content reflects a broad range of topics, from literary criticism and authorial history to philology, antiquities, and bibliographic curiosities, all framed as practical inquiries and community replies.

Inside, you’ll encounter discussions about Shakespeare and Milton, bibliographic notes, inquiries into historical figures and manuscripts, and brief essays that illuminate the era’s scholarly practice. The material is presented as letters, observations, and reported responses, offering a window into how educated readers exchange ideas long before the digital age.

• Short, focused inquiries and replies on literature, history, and book culture
• Notes on manuscripts, editions, inscriptions, and bibliographic details
• Riquiqués of historical personalities and events, with context for further study
• Editorial glimpses into the development and reception of literary criticism

Ideal for readers of literary history, bibliography, and the social networks of 19th-century scholars.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331301857
• ISBN 13: 9780331301854
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 558