02478cam a22003133u 4500 49042 UtSlPG 20260610134128.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Willis, Nathaniel Parker, 1806-1867 American Scenery, Vol. 1 (of 2) : or, Land, lake, and river illustrations of transatlantic nature Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-05-24 Produced by Marcia Brooks, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the online Project Gutenberg team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archives-US "American Scenery, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by Nathaniel Parker Willis is a collection of illustrated accounts capturing the majestic landscapes of America, written in the mid-19th century. The work showcases various natural wonders, including rivers, lakes, and mountains, illustrating the unique beauty of the American landscape through detailed drawings and engravings by W. H. Bartlett. Willis aims to highlight the contrasts between American scenery and that of Europe, examining the sublime aspects of the New World as perceived by both travelers and artists. The opening of this volume lays out a vivid description of American landscapes, including reflections on the lushness of its scenery and the sense of a new beginning that America represents compared to the ancient histories of Europe. Willis discusses the remarkable features of America, such as its expansive rivers and untamed nature, contrasting them with the historic ruins prevalent in European art. Notably, the text invites readers to appreciate the potential of the American landscape, evoking a sense of wonder about the future of the land as it transforms and develops, culminating in the exploration of specific locations like the grandeur of Niagara Falls and the picturesque view from West Point. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- Description and travel Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49042 89880 89880