| Author |
Muirhead, James F. (James Fullarton), 1853-1934 |
| LoC No. |
98000923
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| Title |
The Land of Contrasts: A Briton's View of His American Kin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Bethanne M. Simms, Karen Dalrymple, and the
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| Summary |
"The Land of Contrasts: A Briton's View of His American Kin" by James F. Muirhead is a personal account and exploration of American society, written in the late 19th century. The book shares the author's reflections from his travels across the United States, contrasting British customs with American practices. It aims to provide both an admiration and critique of American culture through specific observations, particularly in areas such as social dynamics, individual freedoms, and societal expectations. The opening of the book serves as an introduction to the author's perspective on America and its people. Muirhead reflects on the varied experiences of travelers in the United States, emphasizing that personal biases and expectations significantly influence their perception of the country. He stresses the importance of maintaining an open mind when encountering American society, which he describes as a landscape of contrasts, highlighting both the advantages and shortcomings of the American way of life. The introductory chapter establishes a foundation for the author's exploration of myriad topics, from social issues to cultural phenomena, all encapsulated in the theme of duality that defines America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E151: History: America: United States
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| Subject |
United States -- Civilization
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| Subject |
United States -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918
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| Subject |
National characteristics, American
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17648 |
| Release Date |
Jan 31, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 21, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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