The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 559, July 28, 1832

"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 559, July…" by Various is a magazine from the 1830s filled with articles designed to both amuse and teach readers. This publication, acting as a window into the past, includes articles that touch on important cultural and historical topics with the purpose of growing literary understanding. In this issue, a picture of the city of Oporto is shown to demonstrate its significance during that time, along with its beauty and financial importance. Readers are also given thoughts on poets of the day, stories from history, and conversations around social topics. This selection of work gives a wide-ranging view of the literature and social morals of the time, becoming an informative source for understanding the culture of the early 1800s.