"Hesperothen; Notes from the West, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by William Howard Russell is a travel memoir that tells of the author's adventures through the United States and Canada in 1881. As a journalist and barrister, Russell shares his experiences with the culture and landscapes he sees during his travels. The story begins with preparations for the trip, including sailing from Liverpool on the "Gallia" with companions like the Duke of Sutherland. As they cross the Atlantic, he thinks about his fellow passengers, the journey, and his excitement for America. He looks forward to seeing New York and understanding how it has transformed since the Civil War. Through his personal stories and observations, the book paints a picture of America and its growing importance in the world.
Hesperothen; Notes from the West, Vol. 1 (of 2) A Record of a Ramble in the United States and Canada in the Spring and Summer of 1881
By William Howard Russell
Embarking on a transatlantic voyage, the author chronicles his journey through a changing American landscape filled with historical reflections and anticipation for the bustling cities and cultural shifts that await.
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About the AuthorSir William Howard Russell, was an Irish reporter with The Times, and is considered to have been one of the first modern war correspondents. He spent 22 months covering the Crimean War, including the Siege of Sevastopol and the Charge of the Light Brigade. He later covered events during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the American Civil War, the Austro-Prussian War, and the Franco-Prussian War. His dispatches from Crimea to The Times are regarded as the world's first war correspondence.
Sir William Howard Russell, was an Irish reporter with The Times, and is considered to have been one of the first modern war correspondents. He spent 22 months covering the Crimean War, including the Siege of Sevastopol and the Charge of the Light Brigade. He later covered events during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the American Civil War, the Austro-Prussian War, and the Franco-Prussian War. His dispatches from Crimea to The Times are regarded as the world's first war correspondence.
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