Transatlantic Sketches In The West Indies, South America, Canada, And The United States is a travelogue written by Greville John Chester in 1869. The book is a collection of sketches that describe the author's travels across the Atlantic Ocean and his experiences in various countries, including the West Indies, South America, Canada, and the United States. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different region. In the first part, Chester describes his journey to the West Indies, including stops in Barbados ...
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Transatlantic Sketches In The West Indies, South America, Canada, And The United States is a travelogue written by Greville John Chester in 1869. The book is a collection of sketches that describe the author's travels across the Atlantic Ocean and his experiences in various countries, including the West Indies, South America, Canada, and the United States. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different region. In the first part, Chester describes his journey to the West Indies, including stops in Barbados, Jamaica, and Cuba. He provides detailed descriptions of the local customs, architecture, and natural beauty of these islands. The second part of the book covers his travels in South America, including visits to Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. Chester provides insights into the political and social conditions of these countries, as well as their natural wonders, such as the Amazon rainforest and the Andes Mountains. The third part of the book covers Chester's travels in Canada, including stops in Quebec, Montreal, and Toronto. He describes the unique cultural landscape of Canada, as well as its natural beauty, including the Niagara Falls. Finally, the fourth part of the book covers Chester's travels in the United States, including visits to New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and other cities. He provides insights into the political and social conditions of the United States during this time, as well as its cultural and natural landmarks, such as the Grand Canyon and the Yellowstone National Park. Overall, Transatlantic Sketches In The West Indies, South America, Canada, And The United States is a fascinating travelogue that provides a unique perspective on the cultural, political, and natural landscapes of these regions in 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.
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