Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 368, June 1846

"Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 368, June 1846" by Various is a magazine issue from the 1800's that explores English society and intellect. It holds a collection of essays and articles that consider literature and important people during the period, covering things like how government leaders act, supporting artists, and looking back at famous writers and thinkers. The magazine starts by comparing English culture to that of Europe, making sure to point out how statesmen stay in the public eye and keep adding to knowledge even after they leave their official jobs. It stresses how important literature is and tries to get people to rethink how much the government and society support the arts. Examples are given, like Lord Brougham influencing writers and scientists. The magazine then moves into telling the life stories of important people in literature and science, such as Sir Joseph Banks, Adam Smith, and Lavoisier, getting ready to really look into what they did and what problems they faced.