Glimpses of America by James W. Buel
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"Glimpses of America" by James W. Buel is a pictorial and descriptive history of the natural beauty found throughout the United States, likely written in the late 19th century. The book provides an extensive overview of America's scenic marvels, as the author traveled across the continent with a team of artists to capture the diverse landscapes through photography and descriptive writing. The opening of the book reveals the author's deep admiration for
America's scenery, contrasting it with the famous landscapes of Europe. It details preparations for a grand photographic expedition across the continent that emphasizes not only the mesmerizing beauty of nature but also the challenges faced during the journey. Buel recounts their travels through various terrains, highlighting the stunning views and unique geological features they encountered, such as the Rocky Mountains and picturesque parks, in addition to discussing the interplay of human history and American landscapes. The portion establishes a narrative that combines exploration with a celebration of nature's grandeur, setting the tone for the detailed chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Buel, James W. (James William), 1849-1920 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 39007629 |
| Title |
Glimpses of America A Pictorial and Descriptive History of Our Country's Scenic Marvels |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60051 |
| Release Date | Aug 3, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1016 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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