Sketches Of America

Sketches of America is a travelogue written by Henry Bradshaw Fearon, detailing his journey of five thousand miles through the Eastern and Western states of America in 1817. Fearon was a British merchant who traveled to America to explore the country and its people, and his book provides a fascinating insight into American life during this period.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of American society. Fearon describes the cities he visited, including New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore, and provides detailed accounts of their architecture, culture, and customs. He also writes about the people he met, including politicians, businessmen, and ordinary citizens, and offers his observations on their personalities and behavior.In addition to his descriptions of urban life, Fearon also writes about his travels through the countryside, describing the landscape, flora, and fauna of America's Eastern and Western states. He also provides insights into the lives of the Native American tribes he encountered, as well as the African American slaves he saw working on plantations in the South.Throughout the book, Fearon offers his opinions on various aspects of American society, including its politics, religion, and economy. He is often critical of what he sees as the country's shortcomings, but also expresses admiration for its people and their resilience.Overall, Sketches of America is a fascinating and detailed account of America in the early 19th century, providing a glimpse into the country's past and its people.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.