02110cam a22003253u 4500 21126 UtSlPG 20260610133504.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 AP Various Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 447 : Volume 18, New Series, July 24, 1852 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-04-17 Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 447" by Various is a periodical published in the mid-19th century. This issue provides a collection of thoughtful articles that delve into social commentary and historical observations, particularly focusing on themes relating to women's hardships, the development of British colonies, and the dynamics of societal trends over time. The opening portion of the journal discusses the concept of the "Martyr Sex" concerning women's enduring suffering throughout history, likening their experiences to a form of martyrdom. The author reflects on the absurdities and oppressions that women have faced, from footbinding practices and corsets to overly elaborate hairstyles, illustrating these points with a mix of historical examples and personal anecdotes. The prose blends humor and pathos to capture the reader's attention, highlighting the resilience of women who have borne these burdens with remarkable fortitude despite having little agency in their circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Periodicals Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 Chambers, William, 1800-1883 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21126 62352 62352