American Scenery, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Nathaniel Parker Willis
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"American Scenery, Vol. 2 (of 2)" by Nathaniel Parker Willis is a travelogue and illustrated collection that explores the natural beauty of the United States, written in the mid-19th century. This work captures scenic views and landscapes, providing rich descriptions of America’s lakes, rivers, falls, and mountains, complemented by artistic illustrations. The opening of the volume presents a vivid description of the Catskill Falls, painting a picturesque image of the cascading water
and surrounding forests. It invites readers on a sensory journey, from the sound of the torrent to the intricate details of icicles in winter. The narrative then transitions into a broader exploration of winter scenes in the mountains, detailing the challenges of travel and the beauty of the snow-covered landscape while intertwining anecdotes about history and early settlers, thus merging the allure of nature with insights into American life and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Willis, Nathaniel Parker, 1806-1867 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bartlett, W. H. (William Henry), 1809-1854 |
| Title |
American Scenery, Vol. 2 (of 2) or, Land, lake, and river illustrations of transatlantic nature |
| Credits |
Produced by Marcia Brooks, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the online Project Gutenberg team at www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archives-US |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49043 |
| Release Date | May 24, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 425 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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