Frances Trollope Bücher

Der Reisebericht der lebenslustigen Britin stellt sicherlich eines der schillerndsten und unterhaltsamsten Dokumente über das Wien des Vormärz dar – ein spannender Einblick in eine längst untergegangene Welt. Auch bei einem Spaziergang durch das heutige Wien kann dieses Buch als unterhaltsamer Reisebegleiter dienen.

Set against a backdrop of over 400 years of history, this novel offers a rich exploration of life in the Americas from the late 15th century to the early 20th century. It delves into themes such as discovery, exploration, westward expansion, the Civil War, and the experiences of Native Americans and enslaved individuals. The collection features a diverse array of original documents, including sermons, political tracts, and literature, now available as high-quality digital scans for easy access by libraries, scholars, and readers.

Frances Trollope, mother of the great Victorian novelist Anthony Trollope, wrote more than 40 books in her lifetime, including landmark novels dealing with important social issues. She is best known today, however, for this witty, entertaining, and controversial account of American life and culture. Published in 1832, this book presents a lively portrait of early nineteenth-century America as observed by a woman of rare intelligence and keen perception. The author left no stone unturned, commenting on American dress, food, speech, politics, manners, customs, the landscape, architecture, and more.

This novel tells the story of an English family's journey to the United States in the early 19th century and their encounters with American society. Through their experiences, the author explores the differences between the old world of Europe and the new world of America, and raises questions about identity, culture, and belonging.

In this delightful novel, socialite Julia Sydney embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she moves from her privileged life in the city to the quiet countryside. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and what truly matters in life. Trollope's insightful characterizations and vivid descriptions make Town and Country a must-read for fans of classic literature.