Diary Of Francisco De Miranda: Tour Of The United States 1783-1784 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163169643)

The ""Diary Of Francisco De Miranda: Tour Of The United States 1783-1784"" is a historical account of the travels of Francisco de Miranda, a Venezuelan revolutionary and military leader, during his tour of the United States in the years 1783-1784. The diary was written by William Spence Robertson, an American historian, who translated and edited Miranda's original Spanish journal.The book provides a fascinating insight into the political and social climate of the United States during the early years of its independence. Miranda's tour took him to various cities, including Philadelphia, New York, Boston, and Charleston, where he met with prominent political figures such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin.Through his observations and interactions with the people he met, Miranda provides a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the ideals of liberty and democracy that inspired it. He also comments on the differences and similarities between the United States and his native Venezuela, offering a comparative analysis of the two nations.Overall, the ""Diary Of Francisco De Miranda: Tour Of The United States 1783-1784"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the early history of the United States and the political and social forces that shaped it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, Latin American history, and the history of revolutionary movements.The Text Of The Diary Is In Spanish, Conserving The Original Orthography, With Introductory Material, Notes And Index In English.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: William Spence Robertson
ISBN-10: 1163169641
ISBN-13: 9781163169643
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 294
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.12lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.62d