Notes and Queries, Number 185, May 14, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc.

"Notes and Queries, Number 185, May 14, 1853" by Various is a collaborative periodical acting as an intellectual hub during the 1850s, where scholars explore literature, history, and genealogy through shared inquiries and responses. The edition kicks off with a curiosity for English emblem books, lamenting the absence of notable English contributions compared to their prevalence elsewhere, prompting its editor, Thomas Corser, to seek insights from its readers. What follows is a mosaic of discussions covering everything from the existence of historical pamphlets, the linguistic nuances within Shakespeare’s plays, obscure Anglo-Saxon locations, and many more. It fosters a spirit of shared discovery among historical and literary scholars, encouraging collective efforts to clarify existing knowledge.