| Author |
Street, Julian, 1879-1947 |
| Illustrator |
Morgan, Wallace, 1875-1948 |
| Title |
American Adventures: A Second Trip 'Abroad at home'
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"American Adventures: A Second Trip 'Abroad at Home'" by Julian Street is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work presents the author's explorations through the American South, capturing the complexities of the region's societal dynamics, culture, and history. Through the lens of the author's journey, readers can expect a blend of personal reflection and observational commentary on the various cities and landscapes he encounters, as well as the people he meets along the way. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Street's travel experience as he embarks on a second journey to the South, having previously attempted to "discover America." It begins with a sense of anticipation and eagerness for exploration, presenting the author's companion—in this case, an illustrator—who will join him later. Street reflects on his thoughts about friends who see him off at the train station, illustrating his thoughts on farewells with humor and sarcasm. He also describes his departure from New York and the contrast between the city and the rural landscapes ahead, showcasing both the excitement of travel and a sense of nostalgia for familiar comforts. Overall, the opening paints a vivid picture of the author's character and his feelings about venturing into the less understood Southern states. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States
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| Subject |
Southern States -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Southern States -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18304 |
| Release Date |
May 3, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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