Retrospect of Western Travel
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Harriet Martineau’s vivid account of her travels to the USA in 1834–1836 make it easy for the reader to imagine the times in which she lived. Her detailed descriptions of the landscape and the historical events and figures of the day make them come to life in the mind’s eye. In this first volume, she tells about her sea voyage, her visit to New York City, Fort Erie and Niagara Falls, as well as to Washington D.C. and the leading politicians under President Jackson. A writer, sociologist and highly committed witness of her time, Harriet Martineau relates, among other things, her discussions with convicts about their chances of rehabilitation and the growing conflict over the issue of slavery.
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