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100	1		_aWilde, Oscar, _d1854-1900
245	1	0	_aImpressions of America
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2013
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2013-01-09
508			_aProduced by sp1nd, Jennifer Linklater and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Impressions of America" by Oscar Wilde is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. This book captures Wilde's observations and reflections during his tour of the United States in 1882, an era characterized by industrial growth and cultural shifts. Through a series of lectures and encounters across various American cities, Wilde shares his perspectives on the American lifestyle, culture, and aesthetics. In "Impressions of America," Wilde provides a nuanced exploration of the contrasts between American and British societies. He comments on the comfortable attire of Americans, the relentless pace of life driven by a hurry to catch trains, and the profound noise that fills American cities. While expressing his disappointment in natural wonders like Niagara Falls, Wilde finds beauty in American machinery and architecture. He notes the unique qualities of cities like San Francisco and reflects on societal norms, particularly regarding women and political engagement. His witty observations often highlight the practical mindset of Americans, contrasting it with the romantic sensibility he cherished, revealing both admiration and critique throughout his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aUnited States -- Description and travel
700	1		_aMason, Stuart, _d1872-1927
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41806
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