Polyanthos (magazine) facts for kids
The Polyanthos was a monthly magazine published in Boston, Massachusetts. It ran from December 1805 to September 1814. Joseph Tinker Buckingham was its publisher. The magazine shared essays, biographies, and other writings. It also included theatre reviews and often featured engravings or songs.
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About The Polyanthos
The Polyanthos was a type of magazine called a literary journal. It was published once a month. People in Boston could read it to learn about different topics. It was a way for writers to share their ideas.
Who Wrote for the Magazine?
Many people wrote for The Polyanthos. These writers shared essays and stories about people's lives. Some well-known contributors included Royall Tyler. Joseph T. Buckingham, the publisher, also wrote for the magazine. He often wrote about plays and theatre.
What Was Inside?
Each issue of The Polyanthos offered various types of content. Readers could find interesting essays and biographical articles. These articles told stories about important people. The magazine also featured beautiful pictures. These were often portraits or illustrations. Sometimes, sheet music for a song was included too.
Why Did The Polyanthos Stop?
The Polyanthos stopped being published in 1814. The magazine explained that the public did not support it enough. It simply "withered and died" because not enough people bought it.
Images for kids
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Polyanthos no.1, December 1805; published by J.T. Buckingham, Winter Street, Boston
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Actor John Bernard, 1806
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Illustration to Thomas Penrose's "Ode to Madness," 1812
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Pawtucket Falls, Rhode Island, 1812
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Charles Street Meeting House, Boston, 1813
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The Polyanthos new series v.4, 1814
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John Phillips, 1814
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David Rittenhouse, 1814
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William Ingalls M.D., 1814
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Isaac Hull, 1814
