02376cam a22003253u 4500 15063 UtSlPG 20260610133343.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931 Your United States: Impressions of a first visit Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Those_United_States Release date is 2005-02-15 Produced by Rick Niles, Melissa Er-Raqabi, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Your United States: Impressions of a First Visit" by Arnold Bennett is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work reflects the author's observations and experiences during his first visit to America, discussing various aspects of American life, culture, and the contrasts with Europe. Bennett dives into a range of topics, from the architecture and bustling streets of New York to the Capitol in Washington and the uniqueness of cities like Boston and Chicago. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Bennett's exploration, beginning with his arrival in America after a long sea voyage. He describes his first experiences on the ship, the excitement of disembarking, and his initial impressions of New York City’s vibrant atmosphere. Bennett's observations offer a blend of humor and critique as he navigates through the city's restaurants and lounges, describing the eclectic mix of characters he encounters, including waiters and fellow travelers. As he settles into this new environment, he captures the anticipation and thrill of exploring an unfamiliar land, setting the tone for the reflections and insights that follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Social life and customs -- 1865-1918 Craig, Frank, 1874-1918 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15063 56451 56451