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Impressions of America During the years 1833, 1834 and 1835. In Two Volumes, Volume I.   By: (1797-1841)

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Tyrone Power's "Impressions of America During the years 1833, 1834 and 1835" offers a fascinating glimpse into early 19th-century America through the eyes of a British traveler. Power provides a vivid and detailed account of his journey through various states, cities, and regions, offering insights into American society, politics, and culture at the time.

Power's writing is engaging and descriptive, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the landscapes and people he encounters. His observations on the differences between American and European customs are particularly insightful, shedding light on the unique character of the young nation.

While some of Power's observations may seem outdated or biased by today's standards, his firsthand accounts provide valuable historical context and offer a window into a pivotal period in American history. Overall, "Impressions of America" is a compelling read for anyone interested in early 19th-century America and the perspectives of foreign visitors during that time.

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IMPRESSIONS OF AMERICA.

VOL. I.

LONDON:

PRINTED BY SAMUEL BENTLEY,

Dorset Street, Fleet Street.

[Illustration: SCENE BEFORE THE THEATRE AT NATCHEZ. Drawn & Etched by A. Hervieu]

IMPRESSIONS OF AMERICA,

DURING THE YEARS 1833, 1834, AND 1835.

BY TYRONE POWER, ESQ.

IN TWO VOLUMES.

VOL. I.

LONDON: RICHARD BENTLEY, NEW BURLINGTON STREET, Publisher in Ordinary to His Majesty.

1836.

DEDICATION

TO THE BRITISH PUBLIC.

Most persons have a Patron, from whose power and influence they have derived support, and of whose favour they feel proud.

I cannot claim to be of the few who are above this adventitious sort of aid, self raised and self sustained; on the contrary, I have a Patron, the only one I ever sought, but whose favour has well repaid my pains of solicitation.

The Patron I allude to is yourself, my Public, much courted, much abused, and commonly accused of either being coldly neglectful or capriciously forgetful of all sorts of merit. To me, at least, you have proved most kind, and hitherto most constant.

Yes, my Public, throughout my humble career, I have at all times of doubt or despondency invariably turned to you, and never have I been coldly regarded. I have leaned heavily upon you, yet have never found your aid withdrawn.

As an Actor, when managers have appeared indifferent, or critics unkind, and my hopes have sunk within me, I have turned to your cheering plaudits, and found in them support for the present and encouragement for the future... Continue reading book >>


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