Frances Milton Trollope was een productief Engels auteur, bekend om haar scherpe sociale romans. Haar werken pakten vaak dringende kwesties van haar tijd aan, van corruptie binnen de kerk tot de onrechtvaardigheden van slavernij, en beïnvloedden latere schrijvers aanzienlijk. Trollope schuwde controversiële onderwerpen niet, en haar reisverslagen bieden levendige beschrijvingen van het Europese leven. Haar literaire nalatenschap ligt in haar gedurfde sociale commentaar en haar impact op de ontwikkeling van genres zoals de sociale roman.
Frances Milton Trollope offers a keen-eyed account of her travels through the United States in the early 19th century, providing a perceptive and often satirical exploration of American culture and society. Her observations reveal the nuances of daily life, social customs, and the contrasts between American and British manners, making it a notable commentary on the era's cultural dynamics.
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Through keen observations and a satirical lens, Frances Milton Trollope offers a unique perspective on 19th-century American culture and society. Her travels across the United States reveal insightful commentary on social customs and behaviors, making this work a thought-provoking exploration of the era.
This reprint preserves the essence of a classic first published in 1857, offering readers a chance to explore its historical significance and original themes. The book delves into the societal norms and challenges of its time, providing a rich backdrop for its characters and plot. Readers can expect an authentic experience that reflects the language and style of the era, making it a valuable addition to any literary collection.
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Frances Trollope, mother of the great Victorian novelist Anthony Trollope, wrote more than 40 books in her lifetime, including landmark novels dealing with important social issues. She is best known today, however, for this witty, entertaining, and controversial account of American life and culture. Published in 1832, this book presents a lively portrait of early nineteenth-century America as observed by a woman of rare intelligence and keen perception. The author left no stone unturned, commenting on American dress, food, speech, politics, manners, customs, the landscape, architecture, and more.
Der Reisebericht der lebenslustigen Britin stellt sicherlich eines der schillerndsten und unterhaltsamsten Dokumente über das Wien des Vormärz dar – ein spannender Einblick in eine längst untergegangene Welt. Auch bei einem Spaziergang durch das heutige Wien kann dieses Buch als unterhaltsamer Reisebegleiter dienen.
