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Dwight, Margaret Van Horn
1790
1834
Bell, Margaret Van Horn Dwight
Farrand, Max
1869
1945
A Journey to Ohio in 1810, as Recorded in the Journal of Margaret Van Horn Dwight
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"A Journey to Ohio in 1810" as recorded in the journal of Margaret Van Horn Dwight is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative details the author's poignant journey from New England to Ohio, reflecting on the challenges faced during her travels, including the company she keeps and the various encounters along the way. This journal offers readers a personal glimpse into the life of Margaret Van Horn Dwight, who ultimately seeks a new beginning in the expanding frontier. The beginning of the text introduces readers to Margaret as she embarks on her journey with a group, expressing her bittersweet feelings about leaving friends behind. As they travel by wagon, she chronicles her emotional reflections, the stark realities of their journey, and the varied accommodations—ranging from hospitable to quite unsettling—along the route. Margaret's detailed observations of fellow travelers, local customs, and the natural landscape establish both the physical and emotional terrains she navigates, setting an immersive stage for what promises to be a profound exploration of resilience and adaptation in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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United States -- Description and travel
Dwight, Margaret Van Horn, 1790-1834 -- Diaries
Atlantic States -- Description and travel
Pennsylvania -- Description and travel
Ohio -- Description and travel
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