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A Second Visit To The United States Of North America

A Second Visit To The United States Of North America

Charles Lyell

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
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Historia de América
ISBN:
9781178759419
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'A Second Visit to the United States of North America' by Charles Lyell, Volume 1, offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century America through the eyes of a distinguished British geologist and scientist. Lyell’s observations provide a unique perspective on the social, economic, and geographical landscape of a rapidly developing nation. His detailed accounts cover a wide range of topics, from the geological formations and natural resources to the customs and manners of the American people. Lyell’s writing captures the essence of a pivotal era in American history, marked by westward expansion, industrial growth, and social change. This volume is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the United States, offering insights into the nation’s character and its place in the world during the mid-1800s. Experience America as it was seen by a keen and perceptive foreign observer.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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