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245 1 4 _aThe Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 12, No. 340, Supplementary Number (1828)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
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336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-03-01
508 _aE-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Michael Hermen, David Garcia, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction. Volume 12, No. 340,…" is a literary periodical edited by various contributors during the early 19th century. This publication can be classified as an anthology of various genres, containing a collection of stories, poems, and illustrations designed for entertainment and education. The topics often range from light-hearted tales to serious reflections, reflecting the cultural dynamics and literary trends of that time. The contents of this particular volume include vibrant tales such as "The Magician of Vicenza," which weaves a story set in the charming Italian city of Vicenza during the late 18th century. The narrative follows a mysterious stranger adorned in flamboyant attire, who captivates the local populace with his magical feats and sharp wit. Through a series of humorous and satirical encounters, he engages with the townsfolk, including officials and religious authorities, cleverly subverting expectations and highlighting social norms. The story ultimately culminates in a surprising revelation, blending elements of fantasy, comedy, and a critique of societal pretensions, typical of the light-hearted storytelling favored in that era. The volume also includes poems and prose works by various authors, showcasing the artistic diversity that characterizes this periodical. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPopular literature -- Great Britain -- Periodicals
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11406
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