Publisher's Synopsis
Travels Through North And South Carolina is a travelogue written by William Bartram, an American naturalist and explorer who traveled extensively through the southern United States in the late 18th century. The book is a detailed account of Bartram's journey through the Carolinas, documenting his observations of the natural environment, including the flora, fauna, and geography of the region. Bartram's writing style is descriptive and poetic, with a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. He describes his encounters with various indigenous peoples, including the Cherokee and the Catawba, and provides insights into their cultures and customs. Throughout the book, Bartram reflects on the impact of European colonization on the land and its people, and offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationship between humans and the natural environment. Travels Through North And South Carolina is a valuable historical document that provides a unique glimpse into the natural and cultural landscape of the southern United States during the late 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history, culture, and environment of the region.AFTER a gentle descent I entered on an extreme stony narrow vale, through which coasted swiftly a large creek, twelve or fifteen yards wide, roaring over a rocky bed, which I crossed with difficulty and danger; the ford being incommoded by shelving rocks, full of holes and cliffs; after leaving this rocky creek my path led me upon another narrow vale or glade, down which came in great haste another noisy brook, which I repeatedly crossed and recrossed, sometimes riding on narrow level grassy verges close to its banks, still ascending, the vale gradually terminated, being shut up by stupendous rocky hills on each side, leaving a very narrow gap or defile.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.
