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100 1 _aMurray, Henry A.
_q(Henry Anthony),
_d1810-1865
245 1 0 _aLands of the Slave and the Free; Or, Cuba, the United States, and Canada
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-02-01
508 _aProduced by PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"Lands of the Slave and the Free; Or, Cuba, the United States, and Canada" by Captain the Hon. Henry A. Murray, R.N. is a travelogue and historical account written during the mid-19th century. This work explores the contrasts and connections between Cuba, the United States, and Canada, delving into themes such as slavery, culture, and the political climate of the time. As Murray embarks on his journey, he provides insights into the societies he encounters, offering readers a window into the complexities of life within these regions. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to the author's preparations for his voyage from London to New York, capturing the hustle and bustle of departure as he recounts amusing anecdotes involving fellow travelers. It vividly depicts the excitement of embarking on a transatlantic adventure, with descriptions of the steamer and the various characters aboard, including an Irish immigrant and a young American. Murray's observations not only reflect his keen sense of humor but also set the stage for the exploration of wider societal issues, as he plans to delve into the lived experiences in America and how they contrast with those in Europe. The tone is both engaging and insightful, inviting readers to join him on a journey through unfamiliar lands and cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- Description and travel
653 _aSlavery -- United States
653 _aCanada -- Description and travel
653 _aCuba -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11329
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