Notes and Queries, Vol. 9: A Medium of Intercommunication for Literary Men, General Readers, Etc (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484051814 ISBN 13: 9780484051811

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover a centuries‑old forum of curiosity and scholarship.

This volume collects lively notes, queries, and discussions that illuminate language, literature, and daily life across history. It’s a window into how readers and editors shaped knowledge together.

From book culture and bibliographic notices to discussions of authors, paintings, publishing, and historical anecdotes, the pages mix practical how‑tos with thoughtful commentary. The material is presented in short, readable entries that invite careful browsing and cross‑referencing.

• Concise explorations of language changes, spellings, and pronunciation
• Biographical notes and bibliographic references to notable figures and works
• Historical curiosities, anecdotes, and context around classic literature
• Guidance for researchers on how to archive, publish, and verify notes

Ideal for readers who enjoy the texture of literary history, philology, and the habits of 19th‑ and early 20th‑century scholars.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484051814
• ISBN 13: 9780484051811
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 558