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Title: Your United States: Impressions of a first visit
Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Your United States: Impressions of a First Visit" by Arnold Bennett is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work reflects the author's observations and experiences during his first visit to America, discussing various aspects of American life, culture, and the contrasts with Europe. Bennett dives into a range of topics, from the architecture and bustling streets of New York to the Capitol in Washington and the uniqueness of cities like Boston and Chicago. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Bennett's exploration, beginning with his arrival in America after a long sea voyage. He describes his first experiences on the ship, the excitement of disembarking, and his initial impressions of New York City’s vibrant atmosphere. Bennett's observations offer a blend of humor and critique as he navigates through the city's restaurants and lounges, describing the eclectic mix of characters he encounters, including waiters and fellow travelers. As he settles into this new environment, he captures the anticipation and thrill of exploring an unfamiliar land, setting the tone for the reflections and insights that follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931
Illustrator: Craig, Frank, 1874-1918
EBook No.: 15063
Published: Feb 15, 2005
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918
LoCC: History: America: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Your United States: Impressions of a first visit
Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Rick Niles, Melissa Er-Raqabi, and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Your United States: Impressions of a First Visit" by Arnold Bennett is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work reflects the author's observations and experiences during his first visit to America, discussing various aspects of American life, culture, and the contrasts with Europe. Bennett dives into a range of topics, from the architecture and bustling streets of New York to the Capitol in Washington and the uniqueness of cities like Boston and Chicago. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Bennett's exploration, beginning with his arrival in America after a long sea voyage. He describes his first experiences on the ship, the excitement of disembarking, and his initial impressions of New York City’s vibrant atmosphere. Bennett's observations offer a blend of humor and critique as he navigates through the city's restaurants and lounges, describing the eclectic mix of characters he encounters, including waiters and fellow travelers. As he settles into this new environment, he captures the anticipation and thrill of exploring an unfamiliar land, setting the tone for the reflections and insights that follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931
Illustrator: Craig, Frank, 1874-1918
EBook No.: 15063
Published: Feb 15, 2005
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918
LoCC: History: America: United States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.