The Poetry Of Traveling In The United States; And A Week Among Autographs (1838)

The Poetry of Traveling in the United States; and a Week Among Autographs is a travelogue and literary work written by Caroline Gilman and published in 1838. The book is a collection of Gilman's experiences and observations during her travels across the United States, including visits to major cities such as New York, Philadelphia, and Boston. Gilman's writing style is poetic and descriptive, capturing the landscapes, people, and customs of the places she visited. She also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on the social and cultural issues of the time, such as slavery and women's rights. In addition to the travelogue, the book also includes a section on Gilman's visit to a collection of autographs in Philadelphia, where she describes the signatures and handwriting of famous historical figures such as George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. Overall, The Poetry of Traveling in the United States; and a Week Among Autographs is a fascinating glimpse into early 19th century America, as seen through the eyes of a talented writer and observer.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.