
The Berry brothers embark on a spirited road trip across the United States, inviting young listeners to see the country through lively, kid‑friendly eyes. Their first stop is Detroit, where they describe the bustling river, the vibrant Belle Isle park, and the booming factories that churn out everything from cars to everyday goods. The boys sprinkle the tour with fun facts about steamers, aquariums, and the city’s ever‑growing skyline.
Heading north, they wander into Canada’s capital Ottawa, marvel at Montreal’s illuminated harbor, and climb the lofty citadel of Quebec perched above the St. Lawrence River. A quick detour to Boston’s Back Bay shows how reclaimed land now hosts elegant domes, blooming gardens, and historic streets. Bright illustrations and breezy narration turn these travel notes into an inviting invitation for children to picture their own future adventures.
Language
en
Duration
~48 minutes (46K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by ellinora, David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2017-10-09
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
An early 20th-century writer and art educator, Eleanor Colby is best known today for a lively travel book that encourages young readers to explore North America with curiosity and wonder.
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