Letters From America (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162670607)

Letters From America is a collection of letters written by the renowned British poet Rupert Brooke during his travels in the United States in 1913. The book contains a total of twenty letters, each detailing Brooke's experiences and observations of American society, culture, and politics. Brooke's letters provide a unique perspective on America during a time of great change, just before the outbreak of World War I. He explores the country's diverse landscapes, from the bustling cities of New York and Chicago to the vast expanses of the American West. He also reflects on the country's people and their customs, offering insights into the complex social and racial dynamics of the time.Throughout the book, Brooke's writing is characterized by his trademark wit and charm, as well as his keen eye for detail. His letters are filled with vivid descriptions of the places he visits, the people he meets, and the events he witnesses. Letters From America offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, as seen through the eyes of one of the most celebrated British writers of the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, literature, or culture.Yet Boston is alive. It sits, in comfortable middle-age, on the ruins of its glory. But it is not buried beneath them. It used to lead America in Literature, Thought, Art, everything. The years have passed. It is remarkable how nearly now Boston is to New York what Munich is to Berlin. Boston and Munich were the leaders forty years ago. They can't quite make out that they aren't now. It is too incredible that Art should leave her goose-feather bed and away to the wraggle-taggle business-men.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: Rupert Brooke
ISBN-10: 1162670606
ISBN-13: 9781162670607
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 82
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.17d