"Southern Literary Messenger, Volume I, Issue 1, August 1834" - the first issue of the publication, which is the result of joint creative efforts of various authors. This book is a unique window into the literary world of the Southern States of America in the 19th century. Bright images of southern culture, life and history are reflected in its pages, as well as mostly famous works of masters of the word of that time. Readers have the opportunity to see in this edition the reflection of the era and feel the spirit of that time through every written word. "Southern Literary Messenger" is not only a book, but also a kind of literary artifact that reflects the spirit and cultural heritage of the southern states of all America.