American Sketches by Charles Whibley

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Author Whibley, Charles, 1859-1930
Title American Sketches
Note Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "American Sketches" by Charles Whibley is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on various aspects of American life, culture, and the stark contrasts found within its cities, particularly New York and Boston. Whibley's observations provide insights into themes such as materialism, the complexities of urban identity, and the tension between tradition and progress. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the desolation and contrasts of Hoboken and New York City. Whibley paints a vivid picture of a traveler arriving in Hoboken under dismal weather, setting the stage for the contrasts that will define New York—a city characterized by its diversity of race, class, and architecture. He reflects on the hustle and bustle of the metropolis, its struggles with materialism, and the bizarre incongruences in its grandeur alongside poverty. This combination of sharp critiques and keen observations captures the essential complexities of American urban life while providing a lens through which readers can explore the broader cultural landscape of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Description and travel
Category Text
EBook-No. 25786
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 9, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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