Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 95, August 23, 1851 by Various

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Author Various
Editor Bell, George, 1814-1890
Title Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 95, August 23, 1851
A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.
Note Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 95, August 23, 1851" by Various is a collection of literary and historical queries and responses, functioning as a medium for communication among literary men, artists, antiquarians, and genealogists, written in the mid-19th century. This volume features an array of notes that explore diverse subjects ranging from scientific inquiries about the pendulum’s demonstration of the Earth’s rotation to discussions on historical figures and their literary contributions. The opening of this volume presents a detailed examination of the scientific principle behind the pendulum's behavior, particularly how it is affected by the Earth’s rotation. The author expresses a newfound understanding of this phenomenon, questioning previous interpretations and discussing the implications of the pendulum's movement from one location to another. Alongside this scientific inquiry, the text includes various minor notes and queries submitted by readers concerning topics such as bird behavior, literary interpretations, and surnames, establishing a foundation for collaborative intellectual exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books
Subject Questions and answers -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 38386
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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