Author: J ..... Christian BayPublisher:
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Languages : en
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Author: J ..... Christian BayJourney to the United States of North America / Viaje a los Estados Unidos del Norte de Am?rica
Author: Lorenzo de ZavalaPublisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 9781611920444
Category : History
Languages : es
Pages : 436
Book Description
First published in Paris in 1834, Journey to the United States of America / Viaje a los Estados Unidos del Norte América, by Lorenzo de Zavala, is an elegantly written travel narrative that maps de Zavala's journey through the United States during his exile from Mexico in 1830. Embracing U.S., Texas, and Mexican history; early ethnography; geography; and political philosophy, de Zavala outlines the cultural and political institutions of Jacksonian America and post-independence Mexico. de Zavala's commentary rivals Alex de Tocqueville's classic travel narrative, Democracy in America, which was published in Paris one year after de Zavala's. The narrative presents the first account of U.S. political culture from a Mexican point of view and constructs the first comparative political and historical framework for the relationship between Mexico and the United States. In passionate prose, de Zavala argues for the incorporation of the true democratic ideals of the enlightenment in the fledgling Republic of Texas. He hoped Texas would meld the best of both Mexican and American cultures. de Zavala believed that if his colleagues who helped frame the Texas Constitution understood the complexities of democracy and the ideals that their state could achieve through a liberal, federal government that gave equal rights to all of its constituents: Native Americans, Mexicans, Euro-Americans, and free African Americans. The original text is accompanied by eight pages of maps and historical photos, John-Michael Rivera's critical introduction, and an English translation based upon Wallace Woolsey's deft translation, expanded and revised for the purposes of this volume.
North American Road Trips
Author: Martin DerrickPublisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785835857
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Is the sprawling American countryside calling your name? Does nothing excite you more than the sun on the horizon? Do you crave the open road and have a sense of wonder about the world you have yet to explore? Do hours of radio and catered playlists sound like the remedy to your daily routine? North American Road Trips appeals to those with a taste for adventure. Covered within these pages are some of the most scenic routes in America. Fantastic photography bring the road to life and adds images to some of the most fantasized getaways. Features routes across the United States and up through Canada for the travelers that can't get enough of the North America. This is the essential guide for or for those who are just enthused about the fabric of the American landscape. It comes complete with must-see sights for each area. Gives the best times to go, estimated driving time, and the best roads to use. An invaluable resource for planning your next vacation. Features classic trips, like the infamous Route 66 and smaller niche trips for locals. From the sun-drenched roads of the Florida Keys to routes through the great white north and Alaska. Whether you have a couple hours to kill or a couple of weeks, routes have a broad span of times to get out. For the solo drivers or the packed vans, North American Road Trips packs several lifetimes of trips between its pages.
Journey to the United States of North America
Author: Lorenzo de ZavalaPublisher:
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Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 248
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The New Far West and the Old Far East
Author: William Henry BarnebyPublisher: London, Edward Stanford
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Category : Canada
Languages : en
Pages : 384
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A Tour Through North America
Author: Patrick ShirreffPublisher:
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Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 500
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Abroad at Home
Author: Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1426214995
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
This beautifully illustrated, fact-filled book takes you on a trip around the United States and Canada. Presenting experiences in villages, neighborhoods, and regions that cover the breadth of North America's great global diversity - Chinatowns and Little Italys, of course, but also Polish, German, French, Russian, and Japanese enclaves - as well as landscapes that make you think you could very well be in New Zealand or Provence or Tuscany.
Exploratory Travels Through the Western Territories of North America
Author: Zebulon Montgomery PikePublisher:
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Category : America
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
The report of the first United States expedition to the Southwest, here in the handsome first British edition. One of the most important American travel books, including accounts of Pike's explorations on the Mississippi, Red, and Arkansas rivers and his visit to the Spanish settlements in New Mexico. He also visited northern Texas, and Streeter considers his account excellent. The maps present in this edition are the "Map of the Interior Part of Louisiana" and a reduced version of the map of the Mississippi. The Pike expedition stands with the narratives of Lewis and Clark, and Long, as the most important of the early books on western exploration.
Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America, in the Years 1766, 1767 and 1768
Author: Jonathan CarverPublisher: Good Press
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Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Jonathan Carver's 'Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America, in the Years 1766, 1767 and 1768' is a captivating travel narrative that delves into the uncharted territories of North America during the mid-18th century. Carver's detailed descriptions of the landscapes, Native American tribes, and interactions with fur traders provide a valuable historical account of the region. Written in a straightforward and informative style, the book offers a unique insight into the customs and lifestyle of the Native Americans he encountered. Carver's work is considered an important contribution to early American literature and exploration narratives. His observations on the natural environment and indigenous cultures reflect the curiosity and fascination of European explorers during that time. Jonathan Carver, a British explorer and mapmaker, embarked on his journey to North America with a desire to discover new lands and establish trade routes. His firsthand experiences and encounters with different tribes shaped his perspective on the continent and inspired him to share his findings with a wider audience. 'Travels Through the Interior Parts of North America' is recommended for readers interested in early American history, exploration narratives, and Native American studies. Carver's account offers a valuable perspective on the cultural exchange and geographical discoveries of the era.
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