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TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE
GLEANINGS IN EUROPE.
LETTER XV. TO RICHARD COOPER, ESQ., COOPERSTOWN, N. Y.
LETTER XVI. TO RICHARD COOPER, ESQ., COOPERSTOWN, N. Y.
LETTER XVII. TO MRS. COMSTOCK, COMSTOCK, MICHIGAN.
LETTER XVIII. TO RICHARD COOPER, ESQ., COOPERSTOWN, N. Y.
LETTER XIX. TO WILLIAM JAY, ESQUIRE.
LETTER XX. TO JAMES STEVENSON, ESQ., ALBANY, N. Y.
LETTER XXI. TO RICHARD COOPER, ESQUIRE, COOPERSTOWN.
LETTER XXII. TO JACOB SUTHERLAND, ESQUIRE.
A series of spirited letters and sketches brings England to life with humor, vivid detail, and a keen eye for society’s quirks. The author’s lively narration blends personal anecdotes with thoughtful observation, offering readers a snapshot of English manners, fashions, and daily scenes as they unfolded in the early nineteenth century. The prose moves effortlessly between witty reportage and earnest commentary, making each passage feel both entertaining and informative.
Listeners will discover a portrait of a nation in transition, filtered through the fresh perspective of a traveler who balances amusement with insight. The collection captures the rhythm of London streets, the chatter of country inns, and the subtle gestures of genteel gatherings, all narrated with a voice that feels both intimate and observant. It is an engaging companion for anyone who enjoys travel writing that educates while it delights.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (340K characters)
Release date
2024-12-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1789–1851
Best known for creating Natty Bumppo and writing The Last of the Mohicans, he helped shape the American adventure novel at a time when the young United States was still defining its stories. His fiction ranged from frontier tales to sea novels, blending action, history, and a strong sense of place.
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