Retrospect of Western Travel

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Focusing on the Jacksonian era, this travel account offers insightful observations on American life in the 1830s, capturing the complexities of the time. Despite facing backlash for her views on slavery, Martineau's keen perspectives remain significant for contemporary historians. This edition is complete and unabridged, providing an authentic glimpse into the social and political landscape of early 19th-century America.