A Poetical Picture Of America: Being Observations Made During A Residence Of Several Years, At Alexandria, And Norfolk In Virginia (1809) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436744393)

""A Poetical Picture of America"" is a collection of observations and experiences made by Anne Ritson during her several years of residence in Alexandria and Norfolk, Virginia. The book is a combination of poetry and prose, offering a unique perspective on life in America during the early 19th century. The author describes the natural beauty of the American landscape, the customs and traditions of the people, and the political climate of the time. Through her vivid and eloquent writing, Ritson paints a poetic picture of America that captures the essence of the country and its people. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, culture, and literature.Illustrative Of The Manners And Customs Of The Inhabitants, And Interspersed With Anecdotes, Arising From A General Intercourse With Society In That Country, From The Year 1709 To 1807.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.

Author: Anne Ritson
ISBN-10: 1436744393
ISBN-13: 9781436744393
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 184
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.56lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.39d