A Social Departure

A Social Departure: How Orthodocia and I Went Round the World by Ourselves is a travelogue written by Sara Jeannette Duncan and first published in 1890. The book tells the story of two young Canadian women, Miss H. B. (nicknamed Orthodocia) and the narrator, who embark on a journey around the world without any male companions. The two women set out from Montreal, Canada and travel to Europe, Egypt, India, and Japan, encountering various cultures, customs, and people along the way. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the places they visit, as well as their experiences and observations of the people they meet. Throughout the journey, the two women face challenges and obstacles, including navigating unfamiliar territories and dealing with cultural differences. They also encounter moments of humor and adventure, such as when they accidentally board the wrong train in India and end up in a remote village. A Social Departure is a pioneering work in travel literature, as it challenges the gender norms of the time by depicting two women traveling alone and experiencing the world on their own terms. The book is also notable for its engaging writing style and its insights into the social and cultural attitudes of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.