The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 3, June, 1851

"The International Magazine, Volume 3, No. 3, June, 1851" by Various is a compilation of essays covering literature, art, and science from the 1850s. It gives readers a wide view of the cultural and intellectual conversations happening at the time through different authors' contributions and explores important topics in literature, art, and the developing sciences, and provides commentary on society. The magazine starts with a profile of Henry William Herbert, also known as Frank Forester, who was an author and naturalist, looking into his life, education, writings and experiences in American literature and outdoor activities. With natural landscapes, such as Trenton Falls, and thoughts on environmental beauty, the tone of the publication is set by mixing creative writing with personal opinions and cultural critique, Herbert's portrayal invites readers into the artistic and literary world of the time, showing glimpses into the important people and themes that were defining 19th-century American thought.