Publisher's Synopsis
American Notes and Pictures from Italy is a collection of travel writings by the renowned British author, Charles Dickens. Originally published in 1842 and 1846 respectively, the book combines two separate accounts of the author's travels to the United States and Italy. In the first part of the book, American Notes, Dickens provides a vivid and often critical portrayal of American society and culture during his six-month visit to the country in 1842. He describes his experiences in major cities such as New York and Philadelphia, as well as his encounters with notable figures like President Tyler and Edgar Allan Poe. Dickens also offers his opinions on various aspects of American life, from the country's political system to its treatment of slaves.The second part of the book, Pictures from Italy, is a collection of essays and sketches that detail Dickens' travels through Italy in 1844. He writes about his impressions of the country's art, architecture, and people, as well as his encounters with various Italian customs and traditions. The book includes descriptions of famous landmarks such as the Colosseum and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, as well as lesser-known destinations like the island of Capri.Throughout American Notes and Pictures from Italy, Dickens' writing is characterized by his signature wit and humor, as well as his keen observations of the people and places he encounters. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most celebrated authors of the 19th century, and remains a popular read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or literature.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.
