Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXVII, No. 5, November 1850

"Graham's Magazine, Vol. XXXVII, No. 5, November 1850" by Various is a literary collection that offers a glimpse into the mindset of mid-19th-century readers through its selection of fiction, thought provoking essays, and poetry. The magazine dives into the idea that classic myths and stories carry important truths about what it means to be human and our shared experiences, opening with an analysis of "Sleeping Beauty" to show how fairy tales explore philosophical ideas. With its collection of works, this magazine invites those readers to reflect on society, morality, and the power of storytelling.