Forty Thousand Miles Over Land And Water: The Journal Of A Tour Through The British Empire And America (1886)

By Ethel Gwendoline Vincent and Mrs. Howard Vincent

Book Overview

Forty Thousand Miles Over Land And Water: The Journal Of A Tour Through The British Empire And America (1886) is a travelogue written by Mrs. Howard Vincent. The book details her journey through the British Empire and America, covering a distance of forty thousand miles over land and water. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a specific location or event during her travels. Mrs. Vincent writes about her experiences in Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, and other parts of the British Empire. She describes the people she meets, the sights she sees, and the customs and traditions of the different cultures she encounters.Throughout the book, Mrs. Vincent provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes she passes through, from the snow-capped mountains of Canada to the lush forests of New Zealand. She also writes about the various modes of transportation she uses, including steamships, trains, and horse-drawn carriages.The book is not only a travelogue but also a historical document, providing insights into the social, economic, and political conditions of the places Mrs. Vincent visits. She writes about the impact of colonization on indigenous populations, the struggles of working-class people, and the tensions between different ethnic and religious groups.Overall, Forty Thousand Miles Over Land And Water: The Journal Of A Tour Through The British Empire And America (1886) is an engaging and informative account of a remarkable journey. It offers readers a glimpse into the world of the late 19th century and the challenges and opportunities of travel during that time.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: 1164650068
• ISBN13: 9781164650065
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 462 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"