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_aBird, Isabella L. _q(Isabella Lucy), _d1831-1904 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Englishwoman in America |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-02-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Anne Soulard, Tiffany Vergon, Joshua Hutchinson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"The Englishwoman in America" by Isabella L. Bird is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The text explores the author's experiences and observations as she travels across America, providing insights into the culture, society, and landscapes she encounters. Bird's journey takes her from her departure in England, across the Atlantic Ocean, and into various regions of North America, including Halifax and Prince Edward Island. At the start of the narrative, the author reflects on her reasons for traveling to America and her initial impressions of the people she encounters aboard the ship. She expresses her ambivalence towards American culture, shaped by preconceived notions and the diverse backgrounds of her fellow passengers. The opening chapters detail her discomfort during the voyage and her thoughts on the chaotic reception upon arriving at Halifax. Bird contrasts her expectations against the realities of American life, hinting at both her challenges in adapting to new environments and the excitement of discovering a vastly different culture. This blend of personal experience and social commentary sets the tone for her reflections throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aCanada -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- Social life and customs -- 1783-1865 | ||
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