Travels In North America In The Years 1780-82 V1

By Marquis De Chastellux

Book Overview

Travels In North America In The Years 1780-82 V1 is a book written by the Marquis de Chastellux, a French aristocrat and soldier who traveled extensively throughout North America during the American Revolution. The book is a firsthand account of his experiences and observations during his travels, which took him from New England to the southern colonies, including Virginia and South Carolina.In the book, de Chastellux provides detailed descriptions of the people, customs, and landscapes he encountered on his journey. He also offers insights into the political and military events of the time, including the battles of Saratoga and Yorktown, and the role of the French in the American Revolution.Travels In North America In The Years 1780-82 V1 is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the American Revolution from the viewpoint of a foreign observer. It is also a fascinating travelogue that captures the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the Age of Enlightenment.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163635308
• ISBN13: 9781163635308
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 482 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"