The Knickerbocker, Vol. 10, No. 2, August 1837

"The Knickerbocker, Vol. 10, No. 2, August 1837" by Various is a collection of 19th-century writings that explores philosophical and societal ideas of the era. The magazine includes essays, poems, and stories, with a central theme focused on equality and the different ideas about innate ability versus societal influence. One significant article questions the idea that all people are created equal, suggesting differences in intelligence and virtue come from one's essential nature, stimulating thought about human ranking and the meaning of true worth in society. The volume sets a reflective mood, investigating deep questions about merit and hierarchy.