THE GENTLEMAN'S MAGAZINE, London, England, October, 1745  A very nice pre-Revolutionary War magazine from the "mother country" with a wide range of varied content including news of the day, political reports, literary items, and other unusual tidbits. This was the first periodical to use the word "magazine" in its title, having begun in 1731 and lasting until 1907.

Over five pages at the beginning of the issue are taken up with reports on events in Parliament under the guise of: "Proceedings & Debates in the Senate of Lilliput" as direct reporting on Parliamentary events was prohibited.

A highlight of this issue is the interesting and unusual full page engraving of: "A Plan of the City of Edinburgh" which has much detail, showing the castle as well, and includes a rather large key to various locations as well (see photos). Further on in the issue is a very detailed article: "Description of the City of Edinburgh".

Another significant item is the very early printing of the United Kingdom's national anthem "God Save The King" headed: "A Song for Two Voices. As Sung at Both Playhouses" (see). The earliest printing of this song was in 1744. This edition is just one year later.

Over half of a page is an: "Order of Battle of the Q. Hungary's Army with the Saxon Troops..." (see the chart), followed by a full page: "Order of Battle of the King of Prussia's Army on Sept. 20 when attack'd by the Army of Austrians & Saxons..." (see).

There is related text with: "The Rebels Account of the Battle of Gladsmuir" and "Journal of Sir John Cope's Army".

There is another great, full page graphic headed: "Plan of the Battle of Gladsmuir" with a key to locations as well (see).

Neat the back under the: "List of Deaths..." is that of Jonathan Swift, a portion including: "At three o'clock...dyed that great & eminent patriot the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Swift...whose genius works, learning & charity are universally admired...the bulk of his fortune...to build & endow an hospital for lunaticks, idiots and incurables..." (see photos).

Among many articles in this issue are: "Whether England can be happy under a Popish King" "The Usefulness of Chevaux de Frise in Battle" The Drapier's Letter to the People of Ireland" "A Popish King & Protestant Subjects inconsistent" "The National Awaken'd at the Danger of Popery" "A Popish Pretender to be cut off, and the Growth of Popery to be Prevented" "On the Usefulness of Defensive Arms"
Near the back is the "Historical Chronicle" which has various news reports from throughout Europe.

Complete in 54 pages with full title/index page which contains an engraving of St. John's Gate. Measures 5 by 8 inches, great condition. There are no other maps or plates called for in this issue.