TY  - BOOK
AU  - Various
TI  - The Southern Literary Messenger, Vol. II., No. 3, February, 1836
AV  - AP 
PY  - 2022///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - American literature -- 19th century -- Periodicals
N1  - Release date is 2022-05-21; Ron Swanson; Originally published; United States: T. W. White, Publisher and Proprietor, 1836
N2  - "The Southern Literary Messenger, Vol. II., No. 3, February, 1836" is a periodical publication featuring a variety of literary and artistic content from the early 19th century. This edition offers an insightful mix of essays, poetry, and discussions on literature, highlighting the era's rich cultural landscape and the authors' diverse perspectives. The topics range from literary criticism to engaging narratives about historical figures and events, showcasing the publication's commitment to exploring every facet of the literary arts.  The opening portion of the publication emphasizes the importance of selective reading and the abundant literary choices available to readers. It captures the overwhelming nature of choices in literature by comparing the limited reading capacity of individuals with the vast number of books being published and available over time. It encourages readers to focus on quality over quantity, daring them to embrace ignorance towards works that do not align with their personal learning goals. The text advocates for a mindful approach to reading, suggesting that deliberate selection leads to richer knowledge and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://archive.org/details/southernliterary02rich
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68141
ER  -