Your United States: Impressions Of A First Visit (1912) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780548666753)

""Your United States: Impressions Of A First Visit"" is a travelogue written by Arnold Bennett, a British writer and journalist, during his first visit to the United States in 1911. The book is a detailed account of Bennett's experiences and observations during his travels across the country, from New York City to San Francisco. Bennett's writing is characterized by his witty and insightful commentary on American culture, society, and politics. He provides vivid descriptions of the cities he visits, including their architecture, people, and customs. Bennett also offers his opinions on various topics, such as the American education system, the role of women in society, and the country's political landscape.Throughout the book, Bennett reflects on the differences between American and British culture, and the ways in which the two countries could learn from each other. He also discusses the impact of American culture on the rest of the world, particularly in the areas of literature, music, and film.""Your United States"" is a fascinating glimpse into early 20th century America, as seen through the eyes of a foreign visitor. Bennett's writing is engaging and informative, and his observations continue to be relevant today. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, culture, or travel.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: Arnold Bennett
ISBN-10: 054866675X
ISBN-13: 9780548666753
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/22/2007
Pages: 268
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d