The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 102, April, 1866 A Magazine of Literature, Science, Art, and Politics

"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 17, No. 102, April, 1866" by Various is a magazine capturing the essence of the mid-1800s through essays and articles about literature, science, art, and politics. A key focus is on the final years of the poet Walter Savage Landor, revealing him as a brilliant but troubled individual. Opening with Landor's passing and society's muted reaction, the magazine considers his character, celebrating his literary achievements while also looking at the misunderstandings about his life including his temperament issues. The volume investigates the contrast between genius and the human condition, underscoring the difference between how the world saw Landor and what he experienced personally, preparing readers to consider Landor's place in the culture of the time.