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The Stranger In America V1-2: Comprising Sketches Of The Manners, Society, And National Peculiarities Of The United States (1835)

The Stranger In America V1-2: Comprising Sketches Of The Manners, Society, And National Peculiarities Of The United States (1835)

Lieber, Francis

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ISBN10: 1165134950
ISBN13: 9781165134953
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 628
Weight: 1.82
Height: 1.27 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Stranger In America is a two-volume book written by Francis Lieber in 1835. The book provides an in-depth and comprehensive description of the manners, society, and national peculiarities of the United States during the early 19th century. The author, who was a German-American political philosopher and scholar, offers a unique perspective on the country, having immigrated to the United States himself in 1827. The first volume of the book covers a wide range of topics, including the geography and climate of the United States, the history of the country, the political system, and the legal system. Lieber also provides detailed descriptions of the various regions of the country, including the South, the West, and the Northeast. He discusses the economy, agriculture, and industry, as well as the American education system, religion, and the arts.The second volume of the book focuses on the social and cultural aspects of American life. Lieber provides a detailed analysis of American manners and customs, including social etiquette, dress, and behavior. He also discusses the role of women in society, the family structure, and the various social classes. The author provides a fascinating insight into the cultural and intellectual life of the United States, including literature, music, and theater.Overall, The Stranger In America is a fascinating and insightful book that provides a unique perspective on the United States during the early 19th century. It is an essential read for anyone interested in American history, culture, and society.In A Series Of Letters To A Friend In Europe. In Two Volumes.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.

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