"Southern Literary Messenger, Volume I, Issue 5, January 1835" is the first issue of the magazine, which quickly gained popularity among readers and critics in the United States of America. The best literary works of modern talented authors are collected in this issue. From romantic stories to philosophical essays, from poetic masterpieces to dramatic works - every page of the magazine is filled with the art of words and a subtle revelation of the depths of the human soul. The editors of the magazine set a goal not only to entertain and enlighten their readers, but also to express the important cultural position of the southern states in the literary world. Readers find in this publication not only entertainment, but also an opportunity to approach the discussed issues in depth and start their own reflections. "Southern Literary Messenger" has become a meeting place for talented writers, cultural figures and everyone who appreciates high literature and deep thinking. This magazine is not just a collection of works, but a real cultural phenomenon that expands the horizons of its readers and inspires new creative achievements.