Voyage of Alceste and the Lewthens in Corean waters
The narrative recounts a voyage near Corea aboard Alceste and the Lew- thows, detailing their funeral observances, medical practices with a Chinese influenced band, and peculiar islander customs. It notes a surgeon, a fish-based remedy, and a collection of herbal simples. The Lewthens are described as small, sturdy people with diminutive livestock and a mixed origin, possibly Japan or Korea, distinct from Chinese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aureatier
Alceste
Corea
Guapar
Joan Mleeop
Tungeon
Phe Tarstn
Sraman
Maxwell
Lewdow
Warwick-lape
Wren
Aldo
Hartshurn
Amd
Rankin
Xutell
Japan
Cubea
D'The Neturn
Ong
Spaid
Fortugul
Meirstead
Tatar
Paltsland
Tagio
Biographical sketch of Deluc the Geologist
A lengthy Victorian travelogue and obituary excerpt praising John A. Deluc F.R.S. It covers his scientific method, cosmology links between nature and revelation, extensive European travels, and character. It also includes observations on Tuscany, its economy, land tenure, police, and society, interwoven with reminiscences of Italian literature and culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Alferi Gentibes
Cami Roma
Deepoht
Pusgny
Tong
al Most Oaly
Rehéwal
Rome
Pisa
Florence
France
Leghorn
Tuscany
Italy
Napoleon
Leopold
Bonaparte
Loréfza de' Malini
Ita
Fabbioni
Lord Burtu
Manfred
Italan Portry
Lord Byron
Mary
Goldsmith
Cumberland
Attiat
Venice
Helena Interview Prompts Reflections on Return to Isle
An 1850s review notes the interview with Tonapapta and describes the voyage back to their homeland. It praises the narrative volume for its vivid fire, pride upon returning, and beautiful colored plates while acknowledging it cannot fully convey the original text.
Italy in Florence Seen Through Honest Friends
Fragmentary notes from Florence describe Four months in Tuscany and a private impression of events and people. The text references Italy and a campaign, mentioning names and places with incomplete wording.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florencé
Tuscany
Announcement of New 18th Century Literary Works
The Northern Coasts announces forthcoming volumes including memoirs of Mempoips from 1766 to George II family lives by John Brown and new surveys by Basil tall and Bratt. Other works include conchology charts, Scottish language abridgement, and a prolific list of European sovereigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Brown
Chion
Basil Tall
Lyra
Thomas Bratt
Muhar
Great Britain
Jameson
Hag
BA Society
Gmnwn
Tlesati
Varia
Cuiuaieger
Kelley
Drésden
Wpgrts
Vast 19th Century Science Notes and Discoveries Collated
A dense collage of scientific notes, observations, and experiments touches on crystallized bodies, fluid densities, and mineral reactions. Mentioned figures include Humboldt, Rigaud Delisle, Chevillet, Edwards, and Minésse. The report describes ore and mineral experiments, gas and elastic vapours, and inspects their implications for natural philosophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Atraud
Mantiafesta
Daalela
Nibchandeas Divdkida
Dawich
M. Humboldt
Sferrid
Humboldt
Peyion
Cordilleras
Rigaud Delisle
Messrs
Chevillet
Edwards
Chevillot
Mons
M. Ravault
Printer and Advertisements for Provainians in Old Journal
Fragmentary OCR shows a printed notice with antique pricing terms and vendors. It lists delivery costs, months, and payments in a stylized colonial monetary format. Names and places are partially legible, mentioning Towey Southey and various merchants in Norwich and Ipswich area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Provainians
Dhelp Ddien
Avery Merday
Mertieday
Sted Aicallings
Oniurg
Pos Twalvy
Nawron & Cin
Warwwich-syreres M Watire
Firet-streat
Honda
Hiuitersaguare
Chiiburek
Baglin Wei Agewia
Liablia Jey
Also Mentioned on This Page
Alecsts
Azores
Ifiregrad
Réespett
Yace
Alcester
Formosa
China
Norice
Virgil
Macao
Canton
Manda
Ringy
Mag Maries
Pekin
Makwell
Chardhfer
Lord Ambherst
Gasper Road
Pulo-lal
Eilis
Batavia
Ellis
Spania
Cape
Deluc
Hia House
Windsor
John Aare
Lucc. F. R
Ms Rook
Moses
Philospher
Atinphy
Havin
Europe
de Lac Wias
de Lite
Lavoisier
E Lue
de Lac
Fife
de Lue
Geneva
Carl
Rt Es
St.asia
Fel
Ely
Glen Jtzorland
Dy. Edwards
Ilward
M. Reschier
Jared
Avery
Hipp Montagu
Dublin
Bere
Evry Fleelling
Durlin
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