Notes and Queries, Number 38, July 20, 1850

"Notes and Queries, Number 38, July 20, 1850" by Various is a collaborative Victorian-era collection, acting as a hub, where intellectuals shared ideas on literature, history, and more. Inside, you'll find people like Samuel Hickson debating the meaning of words that Shakespeare used, giving fresh takes on old texts. Lord Braybrooke tries to give a list of the people who helped create the satirical series, "The Rolliad," while others wonder about the origins of words such as "Easter". The pages are filled with old traditions, marriage customs, and beliefs about what signs might predict death. Further questions about people from history, like Nicholas Ferrar, and talks about very old writings show a deep dive into the past and reflect the knowledge-hungry culture of the time.