An Emigrant's Narrative: Or a Voice from the Steerage (1850)

By William Smith Jr.

Book Overview

An Emigrant's Narrative: Or A Voice From The Steerage (1850) is a memoir written by William Smith, a British emigrant who sailed to America in the early 19th century. The book details Smith's experiences during his voyage across the Atlantic, his struggles to adapt to life in America, and his observations on the social and economic conditions of the country at the time.Smith's narrative is a vivid and often harrowing account of life in the steerage, the cramped and overcrowded quarters where most emigrants were forced to travel. He describes the squalid conditions, the lack of food and water, and the constant threat of disease and death. Smith also offers a unique perspective on the social and economic conditions of America, including the rise of industrialization, the growth of urbanization, and the struggles of working-class people to make a living in a rapidly changing society.Throughout the book, Smith offers a powerful critique of the injustices and inequalities of the emigration system, arguing that it was designed to benefit the wealthy and exploit the poor. He also offers a passionate defense of the rights and dignity of all people, regardless of their social status or economic background.An Emigrant's Narrative is a compelling and important historical document, offering a rare glimpse into the experiences of ordinary people during a time of great social and economic change. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of immigration, social justice, and the struggles of working-class people in America.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162070196
• ISBN13: 9781162070193
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"