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LoC No.: 05006971
Title: Flint's Letters from America, 1818-1820
Original Publication: United States: The Arthur H. Clark Company, 1904.
Series Title: Early western travels 1748-1846, v.9
Note: Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Carla Foust, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Flint's Letters from America, 1818-1820" by James Flint is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work comprises a series of letters detailing Flint's observations during his travels through the United States, specifically focusing on the social, economic, and environmental conditions of the emerging American frontier. The letters not only document the experiences of a discerning Scottish traveler but also provide an insightful commentary on the landscapes, peoples, and institutions he encounters. The opening of the book introduces the reader to Flint's journey as he sets sail from Greenock to New York, describing the emotional farewells of his fellow emigrants and their motivations for leaving Scotland. He discusses the various passengers on board, shedding light on their personal struggles and hopes for a better life in America. Flint's reflections on his first impressions of New York City detail its vibrant atmosphere and the mixed feelings of the emigrants as they arrive in a land of opportunity, while he also notes the challenges they face in adapting to a new environment. This opening sets the tone for a detailed exploration of American life as experienced by an observant outsider during a pivotal period in the nation's history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flint, James, active 19th century
Editor: Thwaites, Reuben Gold, 1853-1913
EBook No.: 74346
Published: Sep 1, 2024
Downloads: 130
Language: English
Subject: United States -- Description and travel
Subject: Ohio River Valley -- Description and travel
LoCC: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 05006971
Title: Flint's Letters from America, 1818-1820
Original Publication: United States: The Arthur H. Clark Company, 1904.
Series Title: Early western travels 1748-1846, v.9
Note: Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Carla Foust, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Flint's Letters from America, 1818-1820" by James Flint is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work comprises a series of letters detailing Flint's observations during his travels through the United States, specifically focusing on the social, economic, and environmental conditions of the emerging American frontier. The letters not only document the experiences of a discerning Scottish traveler but also provide an insightful commentary on the landscapes, peoples, and institutions he encounters. The opening of the book introduces the reader to Flint's journey as he sets sail from Greenock to New York, describing the emotional farewells of his fellow emigrants and their motivations for leaving Scotland. He discusses the various passengers on board, shedding light on their personal struggles and hopes for a better life in America. Flint's reflections on his first impressions of New York City detail its vibrant atmosphere and the mixed feelings of the emigrants as they arrive in a land of opportunity, while he also notes the challenges they face in adapting to a new environment. This opening sets the tone for a detailed exploration of American life as experienced by an observant outsider during a pivotal period in the nation's history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flint, James, active 19th century
Editor: Thwaites, Reuben Gold, 1853-1913
EBook No.: 74346
Published: Sep 1, 2024
Downloads: 130
Language: English
Subject: United States -- Description and travel
Subject: Ohio River Valley -- Description and travel
LoCC: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.