My American Diary

A poised British traveler wanders the bustling streets of New York, the historic avenues of Boston, and the vibrant towns of the Midwest, chronicling each encounter with a blend of curiosity and aristocratic charm. Accompanied by her young son, she records the hospitality of strangers, the elegance of high society, and the everyday rhythm of American life in the early 1920s. Her observations are peppered with witty comparisons to her native England, offering listeners a fresh, outsider’s perspective on a nation in rapid transformation.

Beyond the travelogue, the diary drifts into thoughtful musings on music, politics, and the unexpected rapport between the United States and Russia. She ponders how democratic optimism and autocratic tradition can coexist in a surprisingly cordial partnership, hinting at larger global undercurrents. Listeners will be drawn into a vivid portrait of a country seen through the eyes of a discerning, yet open‑hearted, foreign visitor.