Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 By: Various
Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 is a fascinating collection of essays, stories, and poems that provide a window into the literary landscape of the mid-19th century. The contributors cover a wide range of topics, from travel narratives to historical profiles, highlighting the diverse interests and perspectives of the time. One standout piece in this issue is the essay on the spread of democracy in Europe, which offers a thoughtful analysis of the political upheavals taking place on the continent. The vivid descriptions of exotic locales in the travel pieces transport readers to far-off lands, while the poems and stories showcase the talent and creativity of the writers featured in the magazine. Overall, Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 is a compelling read that offers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural currents of its time. Whether readers are interested in history, politics, travel, or literature, there is something for everyone in this diverse and engaging collection. First Page: HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE. No. IV. SEPTEMBER, 1850. Vol. I. [Illustration: MISS JANE PORTER] [From the London Art Journal.] MEMORIES OF MISS JANE PORTER. BY MRS S. C. HALL. The frequent observation of foreigners is, that in England we have few "celebrated women." Perhaps they mean that we have few who are "notorious;" but let us admit that in either case they are right; and may we not express our belief in its being better for women and for the community that such is the case: "celebrity" rarely adds to the happiness of a woman, and almost as rarely increases her usefulness. The time and attention required to attain "celebrity," must, except under very peculiar circumstances, interfere with the faithful discharge of those feminine duties upon which the well doing of society depends, and which shed so pure a halo around our English homes. Within these "homes" our heroes statesmen philosophers men of letters men of genius receive their first impressions, and the impetus to a faithful discharge of their after callings as Christian subjects of the State. There are few of such men who do not trace back their resolution, their patriotism, their wisdom, their learning the nourishment of all their higher aspirations to a wise, hopeful, loving hearted and faith inspired mother; one who believed in a son's destiny to be great; it may be, impelled by such belief rather by instinct than by reason; who cherished (we can find no better word), the "Hero feeling" of devotion to what was right, though it might have been unworldly; and whose deep heart welled up perpetual love and patience, toward the over boiling faults and frequent stumblings of a hot youth, which she felt would mellow into a fruitful manhood... Continue reading book >>

Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 By: Various

Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 is a fascinating collection of essays, stories, and poems that provide a window into the literary landscape of the mid-19th century. The contributors cover a wide range of topics, from travel narratives to historical profiles, highlighting the diverse interests and perspectives of the time.

One standout piece in this issue is the essay on the spread of democracy in Europe, which offers a thoughtful analysis of the political upheavals taking place on the continent. The vivid descriptions of exotic locales in the travel pieces transport readers to far-off lands, while the poems and stories showcase the talent and creativity of the writers featured in the magazine.

Overall, Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 is a compelling read that offers a glimpse into the intellectual and cultural currents of its time. Whether readers are interested in history, politics, travel, or literature, there is something for everyone in this diverse and engaging collection.

First Page:

HARPER'S

NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE.

No. IV. SEPTEMBER, 1850. Vol. I.

[Illustration: MISS JANE PORTER]

[From the London Art Journal.]

MEMORIES OF MISS JANE PORTER.

BY MRS S. C. HALL.

The frequent observation of foreigners is, that in England we have few "celebrated women." Perhaps they mean that we have few who are "notorious;" but let us admit that in either case they are right; and may we not express our belief in its being better for women and for the community that such is the case: "celebrity" rarely adds to the happiness of a woman, and almost as rarely increases her usefulness. The time and attention required to attain "celebrity," must, except under very peculiar circumstances, interfere with the faithful discharge of those feminine duties upon which the well doing of society depends, and which shed so pure a halo around our English homes. Within these "homes" our heroes statesmen philosophers men of letters men of genius receive their first impressions, and the impetus to a faithful discharge of their after callings as Christian subjects of the State.

There are few of such men who do not trace back their resolution, their patriotism, their wisdom, their learning the nourishment of all their higher aspirations to a wise, hopeful, loving hearted and faith inspired mother; one who believed in a son's destiny to be great; it may be, impelled by such belief rather by instinct than by reason; who cherished (we can find no better word), the "Hero feeling" of devotion to what was right, though it might have been unworldly; and whose deep heart welled up perpetual love and patience, toward the over boiling faults and frequent stumblings of a hot youth, which she felt would mellow into a fruitful manhood... Continue reading book >>

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Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, July, 1851	Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 3, August, 1850.	Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 2, No. 12, May, 1851.
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Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852	Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4.	Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I.
Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.—September, 1851—Vol. III.	Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None

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