As A Chinaman Saw Us: Passages from His Letters to a Friend at Home by Gratton

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Editor Gratton, Henry Pearson
Title As A Chinaman Saw Us: Passages from His Letters to a Friend at Home
Note Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "As A Chinaman Saw Us: Passages from His Letters to a Friend at Home" by Gratton is a collection of letters written in the early 20th century. The author, a cultivated and educated Chinaman, shares his observations and experiences during a decade spent in America, addressing various aspects of American life, culture, and society from his unique perspective. This remarkable commentary not only provides insight into the quirks and contradictions of American civilization but also reflects on the assumptions and attitudes encountered by the author as a foreigner in a new land. The opening of the work introduces the reader to the author's intent to humorously critique and analyze American society while retaining a sense of entertainment. He delves into the complexities of what it means to be American, expressing both admiration and skepticism about various features of American life, from immigration patterns to social customs. The author paints a vivid picture of the American character, marked by contradictions and a sense of superiority while revealing the nuances that arise from America's multicultural fabric. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for an engaging critique filled with wit and keen observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Description and travel
Subject United States -- Social life and customs
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EBook-No. 22831
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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