Faux's Memorable Days in America, 1819-20; and Welby's Visit to North America,…
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About this eBook
| Author | Faux, W. (William) |
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| Author | Welby, Adlard |
| Editor | Thwaites, Reuben Gold, 1853-1913 |
| Title | Faux's Memorable Days in America, 1819-20; and Welby's Visit to North America, 1819-20, part 2 (1820) |
| Series Title | Early western travels, 1748-1846, v. 12 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Faux's Memorable Days in America, 1819-20; and Welby's Visit to North America, 1819-20" is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work features the travel journals of William Faux and Adlard Welby, detailing their experiences and observations during their visits to the United States in the early 1800s. The book chronicles the social, economic, and cultural conditions of the time, offering insights into early American life and its landscapes. The opening of this work provides a narration of Faux's journey starting in January 1820, recounting his travels through various towns and landmarks. He offers a vivid portrayal of the landscapes, encounters with local figures, anecdotes that illustrate the emerging American social fabric, and reflections on the moral and economic conditions he observes. The detailed journal entries reveal the challenges and peculiarities of travel in that era, including the hospitality customs in inns, interactions with judges and locals, as well as insights into the agricultural prospects of the areas he traverses. Overall, it sets the stage for a rich exploration of early American life and the personal experiences of those who witnessed its development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains |
| Subject | United States -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42364 |
| Release Date | Mar 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 55 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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