Harper's Round Table, February 9, 1897

"Harper's Round Table, February 9, 1897" by Various is a collection of stories from the 1800s, including a piece where a young boy wanders into a riot in Glasgow, where he is oblivious to the danger while caught in the middle of the action, watching rioters tearing down barriers. In this story called, "A Wild Day in '48", the author creates an environment where the reader begins to experience the wonderment and excitement of childhood against the backdrop of a period characterized by intense societal transformation. As the boy navigates the tumultuous crowd, his curiosity drives the narrative, highlighting the intersection of personal adventure with historical events, and setting a tone of suspense mixed with exploration.