A Tour In The United States, Cuba, And Canada (1861)

By Henry Ashworth

Book Overview

A Tour In The United States, Cuba, And Canada is a travelogue written by Henry Ashworth in 1861. The book provides a detailed account of Ashworth's travels across the United States, Cuba, and Canada, including his observations of the geography, culture, and people of each region. Ashworth's journey begins in New York City, where he describes the bustling streets and diverse population. He then travels through the southern states, visiting cities such as New Orleans and Charleston, and commenting on the region's history of slavery and racial tensions. After his travels in the United States, Ashworth documents his visit to Cuba, describing the island's natural beauty, as well as its political and economic situation under Spanish rule. He also provides an account of his interactions with the local people, including the Afro-Cuban community. Finally, Ashworth concludes his journey with a visit to Canada, where he explores the cities of Montreal and Quebec, as well as the natural wonders of Niagara Falls. Throughout the book, Ashworth provides his personal opinions and observations on the places he visits, making it a valuable historical document for understanding the perspectives of a British traveler in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166452980
• ISBN13: 9781166452988
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"