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North America — Volume 2

By Anthony Trollope

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Journey through a war-torn America with a critical observer who captures the ambitions and realities of a nation divided.

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1999-08-01
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Summary

"North America — Volume 2" by Anthony Trollope is a record of the author's travels in the United States as he offers his views on the country's people and places. The book dives into American society, particularly during the Civil War period from 1861 to 1862, and provides pictures of daily life. Trollope shares his thoughts on a variety of topics, such as the government, religion, and behavior of the citizens. One notable setting discussed is Washington, D.C., where Trollope studies the city's design, structures, and mood during the war. He points out the differences between the city's big plans and its existing conditions exposing the incompleteness and struggles felt by those residing there.

About the Author

Anthony Trollope was an English novelist and civil servant of the Victorian era. Among his best-known works is a series of novels collectively known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire, which revolves around the imaginary county of Barsetshire. He also wrote novels on political, social, and gender issues, and other topical matters.

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