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Summer on the Lakes, in 1843

By Margaret Fuller

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience the American West through the eyes of a 19th-century traveler as she explores natural wonders and contemplates the essence of a changing nation.

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2004-03-01
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Summary

"Summer on the Lakes, in 1843" by Margaret Fuller is a recollection of the author's journey through the American West in the 1800s, blending travel experiences and personal reflections. She emphasizes her visit to Niagara Falls and the surrounding lakes, painting a vivid picture of the natural beauty that she encounters throughout her travels. Seeing the power of nature influences her thoughts on beauty, culture, who Americans are and the changes the landscapes and people represent. Fuller vividly describes Niagara Falls, sharing her feelings inspired by the natural wonder. She writes about the people she meets and the challenges and beauty within the landscapes, while she contemplates the cultural significance of her experiences.

About the Author

Sarah Margaret Fuller, sometimes referred to as Margaret Fuller Ossoli, was an American journalist, editor, critic, translator, and women's rights advocate associated with the American transcendentalism movement. She was the first American female war correspondent and full-time book reviewer in journalism. Her book Woman in the Nineteenth Century is considered the first major feminist work in the United States.

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