02562cam a22003133u 4500 33620 UtSlPG 20260610133751.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Knowles, J. Harris (John Harris), 1832-1908 A Flight in Spring : In the car Lucania from New York to the Pacific coast and back, during April and May, 1898 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-09-03 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "A Flight in Spring" by J. Harris Knowles is a travel memoir written in the late 19th century. This work documents a leisurely journey aboard a private Pullman car, the "Lucania," as it travels from New York to various points across the United States, including the Pacific Coast, during the spring of 1898. The narrative is rich with observations on the landscapes, cities, and cultures encountered along the way, as the group grapples not only with the beauty of their surroundings but also with the impending backdrop of the Spanish-American War. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for this grand adventure, filled with an atmosphere of excitement and camaraderie among the passengers. As the journey commences, readers are introduced to the charm of the private car, equipped with comforts that promise an indulgent experience. The author describes the preparations, the joyful anticipation of travel, and the camaraderie felt amongst friends and companions, including moments like improvised theatricals and fine dining prepared by a talented cook. Knowles captures glimpses of American life in the late 19th century, the natural scenery, and the cultural diversity encountered, laying a foundation for a reflective and engaging travelogue as the party navigates their way through significant American cities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Description and travel Railroad travel -- United States https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33620 74466 74466