digest
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A digest is a periodical that offers condensed versions of previously published articles. The concept gained significant traction in the 20th century with magazines like Reader's Digest, founded in 1922 by DeWitt Wallace. This pocket-sized publication aimed to provide concise reading matter, selecting articles based on applicability, lasting interest, and constructiveness. Its success popularized the pocket magazine format, influencing other publications. While initially reprinting articles, Reader's Digest also began publishing original material to supplement its content. The digest format has also been applied to other areas, such as legal rules and systematic compilations of information.123
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