Lippincott's Magazine, September, 1885

"Lippincott's Magazine, September, 1885" by Various is a compilation of diverse pieces capturing the essence of late 19th-century life. The magazine offers readers a glimpse into various aspects of the era, from travelogues to social commentaries and fictional narratives. Early on, the reader is transported to Caroline County, Virginia, witnessing the encounter between Sir Robert, an English gentleman, and the Aglonby brothers at their ancestral home. The initial wariness of the brothers soon gives way to courteous discourse as identities are revealed, and discussions range from literature and politics to the subtle distinctions of cultural identity and the true meaning of a gentleman, painting a rich portrait of transatlantic perspectives.