This influential 18th-century periodical was devoted to political and cultural commentary, with a particular focus on issues related to trade, manufacturing, and the arts. The magazine was edited by Nicholas Amhurst and featured contributions by leading writers and political figures of the day, including the Viscount Bolingbroke and William Pulteney. This edition includes a selection of the most important and interesting articles from the original run of the magazine, accompanied by extensive historical and editorial notes.

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