April 14, 1877 Various creator Chambers, Robert 1802-1871 Chambers, William 1800-1883 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Chambers's Journal of Popular Literature, Science, and Art, No. 694" by Various is a periodical publication focusing on literature and scientific discourse, likely written in the late 19th century. This particular issue discusses a variety of topics, including historical accounts of Cleopatra's Needle, personal reflections on society, and nature observations, showcasing the cultural and intellectual milieu of the time. The opening of this issue begins with an exploration of the proposed transport of Cleopatra’s Needle from Alexandria to England, charting failures and aspirations over more than a century regarding its relocation. It recounts the needle's historical significance and the numerous attempts made by various figures to bring it to London, culminating in a newly formed plan stated by Mr. Erasmus Wilson for its eventual transport. This portion informs readers of the needle's rich history, touching on ancient Egyptian civilization and the obelisk-building prowess while weaving in contemporary optimism about finally bringing this ancient artifact to British soil. The narrative sets a foundation for engaging discussions on topics spanning from historical artifacts to birds and nature, revealing a diverse representation of the journal's themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-10-09 Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Periodicals AP Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47083 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47083 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134100.0 47083