Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 54, No. 338, December 1843 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 54, No. 338, December 1843 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 54, No. 338, December 1843" by Various is a historical periodical written in the mid-19th century. This magazine features a collection of articles and essays addressing various topics, reflecting the literary and cultural milieu of its time. Its contents include discussions on fine arts, music, literature, and travel experiences, presenting a snapshot of the intellectual discourse of the era. The opening of this volume begins with a discussion on art education, particularly the lectures delivered at the Royal Academy by Henry Fuseli. The author reflects on the historical significance of these lectures, emphasizing their contributions to the understanding of art while critiquing the challenges faced by contemporary artists in building upon the foundations laid by their predecessors. The text then transitions into a commentary on modern music, wherein the author expresses disdain for current musical trends, lamenting the decline of musical quality compared to classical works. Through this exploration, the author articulates a yearning for the simplicity and emotional resonance of older music, juxtaposed against the chaotic nature of modern compositions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Scotland -- Periodicals |
| Subject | England -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25193 |
| Release Date | Apr 27, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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