Sketches Of Eighteenth Century America: More Letters From An American Farmer (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425495947)

""Sketches of Eighteenth Century America: More Letters from an American Farmer"" is a collection of essays written by French-American writer J. Hector St. John de Crevecoeur. These essays were originally published in the late 1700s and provide a unique perspective on life in America during this time period. De Crevecoeur's essays cover a wide range of topics, including the social and economic conditions in America, the experiences of immigrants, and the relationships between different ethnic and religious groups. He also provides detailed descriptions of the natural environment and the ways in which people interacted with it.Through his writing, de Crevecoeur offers a nuanced and complex view of America during the 18th century. He explores both the opportunities and challenges that faced people living in this new and rapidly changing society. Overall, ""Sketches of Eighteenth Century America"" is a fascinating and insightful look at a pivotal moment in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the early years of the United States and the experiences of the people who helped shape it.Also Edited By Stanley T. Williams. Crevecoeur's Books Outline The Steps Through Which New Immigrants Passed, Analyze The Religious Problems Of The New World, Describe The Life Of The Whalers Of Nantucket, Reveal Much About The Indians And The Horrors Of The Revolution, And Present The Colonial Farmer - His Psychology And His Daily Existence. His Charming Style, Keen Eye, And Simple Philosophy Are Universally Admired.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: St John De Crevecoeur
ISBN-10: 142549594X
ISBN-13: 9781425495947
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/05/2006
Pages: 356
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.79d