At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe By: Margaret Fuller (1810-1850)
At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe by Margaret Fuller is a captivating collection of essays and observations that provide an insightful perspective on various cultures, society, and life in both America and Europe during the mid-19th century. Fuller, a highly regarded journalist and women's rights advocate, offers readers a unique blend of travelogue, memoir, and sociopolitical commentary in this thought-provoking book. One of the standout features of this literary work is Fuller's exceptional ability to blend her personal experiences with her broader observations about the different societies she encountered. She effortlessly takes readers on a journey through her travels, enabling them to envision the landscapes, people, and customs she encountered along the way. Fuller's vivid descriptions bring each location to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the ambiance of each place she visits. What sets this book apart from other travelogues of its time is the depth of Fuller's analysis and the thoughtfulness she applies to each of her observations. She delves into a wide array of topics, ranging from politics, religion, and gender equality to literature, art, and culture. This breadth of subjects ensures that readers with different interests will all find aspects to appreciate within the text. Beyond its purely descriptive qualities, At Home And Abroad also serves as a cultural critique, highlighting the stark differences between American and European societies in the mid-19th century. Fuller's sharp insights and astute observations offer readers a valuable perspective on the prevailing social and political conditions of the time. Her criticisms, particularly regarding women's rights and the limitations imposed on them, are particularly illuminating and continue to resonate today. One minor critique of this work is its occasional meandering and lengthy exposition. While Fuller's vast knowledge and intellectual prowess are apparent throughout the book, some readers may find portions of it dense and overly detailed. However, this could also be seen as a testament to the author's thoroughness and commitment to fully exploring each topic she tackles. At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe is a remarkable book that transports readers back in time, offering a valuable firsthand account of the societal, cultural, and political climate of the mid-19th century. Margaret Fuller's eloquent prose, combined with her incisive analysis and genuine curiosity, make this work a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of cultures and the evolution of society. First Page: AT HOME AND ABROAD; OR, THINGS AND THOUGHTS IN AMERICA AND EUROPE. BY MARGARET FULLER OSSOLI, Author of "Woman in the Nineteenth Century," "Art, Literature, and the Drama," "Life without and Life Within," etc. Edited by Her Brother, ARTHUR B. FULLER. NEW AND COMPLETE EDITION. NEW YORK; THE TRIBUNE ASSOCIATION. 134 Nassau Street 1869 Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1856, by ARTHUR B. FULLER, In the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts. PREFACE. There are at least three classes of persons who travel in our own land and abroad. The first and largest in number consists of those who, "having eyes, see not, and ears, hear not," anything which is profitable to be remembered. Crossing lake and ocean, passing over the broad prairies of the New World or the classic fields of the Old, though they look on the virgin soil sown thickly with flowers by the hand of God, or on scenes memorable in man's history, they gaze heedlessly, and when they return home can but tell us what they ate and drank, and where slept, no more; for this and matters of like import are all for which they have cared in their wanderings. Those composing the second class travel more intelligently. They visit scrupulously all places which are noted either as the homes of literature, the abodes of Art, or made classic by the pens of ancient genius... Continue reading book >>

At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe By: Margaret Fuller (1810-1850)

At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe by Margaret Fuller is a captivating collection of essays and observations that provide an insightful perspective on various cultures, society, and life in both America and Europe during the mid-19th century. Fuller, a highly regarded journalist and women's rights advocate, offers readers a unique blend of travelogue, memoir, and sociopolitical commentary in this thought-provoking book.

One of the standout features of this literary work is Fuller's exceptional ability to blend her personal experiences with her broader observations about the different societies she encountered. She effortlessly takes readers on a journey through her travels, enabling them to envision the landscapes, people, and customs she encountered along the way. Fuller's vivid descriptions bring each location to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the ambiance of each place she visits.

What sets this book apart from other travelogues of its time is the depth of Fuller's analysis and the thoughtfulness she applies to each of her observations. She delves into a wide array of topics, ranging from politics, religion, and gender equality to literature, art, and culture. This breadth of subjects ensures that readers with different interests will all find aspects to appreciate within the text.

Beyond its purely descriptive qualities, At Home And Abroad also serves as a cultural critique, highlighting the stark differences between American and European societies in the mid-19th century. Fuller's sharp insights and astute observations offer readers a valuable perspective on the prevailing social and political conditions of the time. Her criticisms, particularly regarding women's rights and the limitations imposed on them, are particularly illuminating and continue to resonate today.

One minor critique of this work is its occasional meandering and lengthy exposition. While Fuller's vast knowledge and intellectual prowess are apparent throughout the book, some readers may find portions of it dense and overly detailed. However, this could also be seen as a testament to the author's thoroughness and commitment to fully exploring each topic she tackles.

At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe is a remarkable book that transports readers back in time, offering a valuable firsthand account of the societal, cultural, and political climate of the mid-19th century. Margaret Fuller's eloquent prose, combined with her incisive analysis and genuine curiosity, make this work a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of cultures and the evolution of society.

First Page:

AT HOME AND ABROAD; OR, THINGS AND THOUGHTS IN AMERICA AND EUROPE.

BY MARGARET FULLER OSSOLI,

Author of "Woman in the Nineteenth Century," "Art, Literature, and the Drama," "Life without and Life Within," etc.

Edited by Her Brother, ARTHUR B. FULLER.

NEW AND COMPLETE EDITION.

NEW YORK; THE TRIBUNE ASSOCIATION. 134 Nassau Street 1869

Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1856, by ARTHUR B. FULLER, In the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts.

PREFACE.

There are at least three classes of persons who travel in our own land and abroad. The first and largest in number consists of those who, "having eyes, see not, and ears, hear not," anything which is profitable to be remembered. Crossing lake and ocean, passing over the broad prairies of the New World or the classic fields of the Old, though they look on the virgin soil sown thickly with flowers by the hand of God, or on scenes memorable in man's history, they gaze heedlessly, and when they return home can but tell us what they ate and drank, and where slept, no more; for this and matters of like import are all for which they have cared in their wanderings.

Those composing the second class travel more intelligently. They visit scrupulously all places which are noted either as the homes of literature, the abodes of Art, or made classic by the pens of ancient genius... Continue reading book >>

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