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1835 Leigh Hunt's London Journal & The Printing Machine Antique History Book

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1835 Leigh Hunt's London Journal & The Printing Machine Antique History Book

Leigh Hunt's London Journal & The Printing Machine - To Assist The Inquiring, Animate The Struggling and Sympathize With All - Volume 2 Wednesday Jan 7 to Thursday December 31, 1835
Published by Charles Knight: London 1835

" Leigh Hunt's London Journal & The Printing Machine - To Assist The Inquiring, Animate The Struggling and Sympathize With All - Volume 2, published by Charles Knight in London in 1835, continues Hunt's visionary project to create a humane and intellectually stimulating periodical for the expanding literate public of early Victorian England. Covering the issues from January 7 to December 31, 1835, this volume reflects Hunt's characteristic blend of literary criticism, social commentary, personal reflection, and moral philosophy. Through essays, reviews, anecdotes, and correspondence, Hunt champions education, kindness, and artistic integrity, presenting his journal as a moral counterweight to the harshness and materialism of industrial society.

The tone throughout is reformist yet generous, engaging readers with discussions on literature, urban life, nature, and human happiness. Hunt's prose retains his signature conversational style—graceful, witty, and suffused with empathy—while also touching upon the great social and intellectual questions of his age. His advocacy for the improvement of working-class life and access to learning demonstrates the journal's enduring cultural and philanthropic purpose, making it a valuable reflection of progressive thought during a period of profound social transformation.

This scarce 1835 volume offers a window into the liberal spirit of early Victorian journalism and into Hunt's influential role as a critic, essayist, and moralist. It remains a significant work for those interested in nineteenth-century literary culture, social reform movements, and the evolution of independent journalism in London."

Heavy wear to covers and spine with rounding of the cover corners, general rub through and fading also apparent. Splits to hinges however covers are holding strong. There is one loose 2 leaf cluster with page tears running through and several creases/dog ears. Pages otherwise clean and well presented. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 33.5cm x 23.5cm x 2.5cm - 460 Pages

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Condition: Acceptable
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: ["Large Print", "Original Bindings", "Marbled Covers"]
Region: Europe
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Heavy wear to covers and spine with rounding of the cover corners, general rub through and fading also apparent. Splits to hinges however covers are holding strong. There is one loose 2 leaf cluster with page tears running through and several creases/dog ears. Pages otherwise clean and well presented. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Leigh Hunt
Publisher: Charles Knight: London
Year Printed: 1835
Sub-subject: Antique London Journal