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The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 576, November 17, 1832

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back in time with tales of historic manor houses, tragic romance in verse, and glimpses into the manners and postal systems of a bygone era.

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"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 20, No. 576…" by Various, is an old magazine that gives readers a look into life during the Victorian times with a mix of fun stories, poems, and learning material designed to capture people's interest in arts, history, and culture. The writing covers different subjects such as the story of Wingfield Manor House, going into its history, including its connection to Mary, Queen of Scots, and its design, a dive into the origins of postal systems, a sorrowful poem titled "Ethelbert and Elfrida" that looks at love and loss, and discussions about how manners and fashion affect interactions in society. The publication brings together tales of architecture, social habits, and literature, showing the magazine's goal to amuse and teach its readers about 19th-century topics.

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