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Project Gutenberg
2004-03-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Priest, William
Travels in the United States of America
Commencing in the Year 1793, and Ending in 1797. With the Author's Journals of his Two Voyages Across the Atlantic.
Produced by John R. Bilderback and PG Distributed Proofreaders
"Travels in the United States of America" by William Priest is a historical account written during the late 18th century. The text provides insights based on the author's experiences and observations while journeying across the United States from 1793 to 1797, including reflections on the cultural and social aspects of early American life, transportation, commerce, and the impact of events such as the yellow fever outbreak. The opening of the work introduces the author’s intention to share his insights with friends, delineating a series of journal entries that capture his travels from Gravesend to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and beyond. Many entries focus on the details of his sea journey, including interactions with the environment and fellow travelers, while also addressing significant issues like the yellow fever epidemic that gripped Philadelphia and his personal encounters with the local populace. Priest’s observations encompass various aspects of daily life in America, including commerce, social customs, and even the flora and fauna he encountered, offering readers a rich tapestry of early American experiences and perceptions in a newly independent nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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United States -- Description and travel
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: History - American
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