Summer Rambles in the West (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Ellet, Mrs. Elizabeth

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333874693 ISBN 13 : 9781333874698

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book offers a captivating glimpse into the vibrant and ever-changing landscapes of the American West during the mid-19th century. The author takes readers on a personal journey through the heartland, chronicling their experiences with meticulous detail and keen observation. The book's narrative is woven through a series of personal anecdotes, historical accounts, and insightful reflections on the social and cultural dynamics of the burgeoning frontier. The author's journey spans vast distances, from the shores of Lake Ontario through the Great Lakes region and down the Mississippi River. The book's focus on the changing character of the frontier is enhanced by explorations of notable towns and settlements such as Detroit, Chicago, Galena, and St. Paul. The author provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, the inhabitants, and their daily lives, offering a compelling portrait of frontier life in all its variety. In addition to chronicling the physical changes underway, the author explores the complex relationship between Native American tribes and the wave of European settlers. The book's evocative prose brings to life the spirit of exploration, the challenges and triumphs of westward expansion, and the unique social fabric that was emerging in this new territory. The author's insightful observations on the westward movement remain deeply relevant today, reminding us of the transformative forces at play in shaping the American nation.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Mark Twain once famously said "there was but one solitary thing about the past worth remembering, and that was the fact that it is past and can't be restored."  Well, over recent years, The British Library, working with Microsoft has embarked on an ambitious programme to digitise its collection of 19th century books.

There are now 65,000  titles available  (that's an incredible 25 million pages) of material ranging from works by famous names such as  Dickens, Trollope and Hardy as well as many forgotten literary gems , all of which can now be printed on demand and purchased right here on Amazon.

Further information on The British Library and its digitisation programme can be found on The British Library website.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333874693
• ISBN 13: 9781333874698
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 280
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