The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 03, No. 19, May, 1859 A Magazine of Literature, Art, and Politics

"The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 03, No. 19, May, 1859" by Various is a snapshot of 19th-century thought delivered through a collection of essays, articles, and literary works that capture the era's culture, politics, and artistic expression. The volume explores subjects ranging from education in ancient Greece to the development of gymnastics, providing a window into the values and intellectual pursuits of the time. Highlighting the integration of physical and mental development in ancient Greek education, the text draws comparisons to the modern separation of these areas, examining the gymnasium's vital role in fostering not just physical health but also the arts and philosophical thought, setting the stage for a reflection on the progression of physical education to the present day