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Letters of Travel and American Notes (part 1)

Letters of Travel and American Notes (part 1)

From Sea to Sea Vol VIII

Rudyard Kipling

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Ficción histórica
ISBN:
9781434426246
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In this volume, Kipling shares his early impressions of America through a series of letters and reflections. American Notes (part 1) reveals his encounters and observations of American society, infrastructure, and culture during the late 19th century. With his signature wit and critical eye, Kipling offers insights into the contrasts between the United States and the British Empire, creating a vivid portrait of his journey through the rapidly industrializing nation.

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