**The Continental Monthly, Volume 3, Number 2, February 1863: Devoted to Literature and National Politics** "The Continental Monthly" was published in the USA in the 1860s and 1870s and became a platform for the discussion of important literary, political and socio-cultural topics of its time. In this February 1863 issue, readers will find a unique opportunity to hear the voices of various authors on critical aspects of American literature and national politics. Considering topics that are relevant for their time, the authors of this issue pay attention to national issues, literary trends, and the reflection of society in art. They share reflections, observations and analyses, giving readers a deeper understanding of the complexity and richness of that time. "The Continental Monthly, Volume 3, No. 2" is not only a collection of articles, but also a kind of mirror of the era, which reflects the thoughts and experiences of people in a certain historical period. This book leaves the right for meaningful discussions and influences the formation of the consciousness of the time, making an important contribution to the literary and political heritage of the country.