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An Englishman’S Travels In America; His Observations Of Life And Manners In The Free And Slave States

An Englishman’S Travels In America; His Observations Of Life And Manners In The Free And Slave States

John Benwell

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9789354841156
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A brisk, candid voyage that reads like a conversation with the past. An Englishman’s Travels In America invites readers to see the young republic through an observant outsider’s eye, where roads, inns, and towns become mirrors of life and manners in the free and slave states.This travelogue narrative blends sharp observation with humane curiosity, offering a vivid portrait of antebellum America. Benwell’s early American travelogue traverses social rituals, commercial life, and everyday encounters, revealing a society at once bustling and fragile. The book ably weaves themes of freedom, class, race, and aspiration, delivering history enthusiasts and travel writing fans a clear, moving account of a nation in flux. It rewards casual readers with lively anecdotes while rewarding scholars with principled, thoughtful reflection.A work of literary and historical significance, this edition respects the original voice while restoring nuance for modern readers. It stands as more than a reprint; it is a complete travel collection, now presented as an illustrated travel edition for today’s audiences. Out of print for decades and republished by Alpha Editions, this volume is a collector’s item and a cultural treasure, preserving antislavery travel narratives and the textures of a formative era for future generations. An ideal choice for general readers and dedicated collectors alike, it invites every reader to walk the streets, listen to conversations, and consider a country’s slow, complicated search for liberty.

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