Outre-Mer: Impressions Of America (1895)

By Paul Bourget

Book Overview

Outre-Mer: Impressions Of America is a book written by French author Paul Bourget and originally published in 1895. The book is a collection of essays and observations that Bourget made during his travels in the United States. Bourget was a prominent French intellectual and novelist who was interested in exploring the cultural differences between Europe and America.In Outre-Mer, Bourget provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of American society and culture at the turn of the 20th century. He writes about a wide range of topics, including American politics, religion, education, and social customs. Bourget is particularly interested in the ways in which American culture differs from European culture, and he offers insightful observations about the unique qualities of American life.Despite his admiration for many aspects of American society, Bourget is also critical of certain aspects of American culture, such as the country's obsession with money and material success. Throughout the book, Bourget maintains a thoughtful and reflective tone, offering readers a rich and nuanced perspective on America from the perspective of an outsider.Overall, Outre-Mer: Impressions Of America is a fascinating and insightful book that offers readers a unique window into American culture at the turn of the 20th century. Bourget's observations and reflections are still relevant today, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of American society and culture.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: 1163916307
• ISBN13: 9781163916308
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 434 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"