East by West, Vol. 1
Gelesen von Ruth Golding
Sir Henry W. Lucy
(4,775 Sterne; 20 Bewertungen)
East by West: a Journey in the Recess is an account of British journalist Henry Lucy's travels across America and on to the Far East during the parliamentary recess in 1883.
Lucy was one of the most influential journalists of his day and, as "Toby M.P.", a noted humorist in Punch magazine. His acute powers of observation and light touch make this a most engaging book. It is a fascinating insight into the Englishman's travels abroad within two decades of the American Civil War and the end of Japanese isolationism.
This is the first of two volumes covering his journey with his wife. This first volume includes his travels in America and in Japan, including the Atlantic and Pacific crossings by steamer. Volume II, which is also available here as an audio recording, continues his experiences in Japan and India, returning home via Aden and the Suez Canal. (Introduction by Ruth Golding) (7 hr 52 min)
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early America through a Englishman
oldman
(4 Sterne)
Good to listen to what America was like in late 1800's. As always enjoyed the great reading of Ruth Golding she adds to anything she reads. Thanks Ruth and Librivox. If you like early travel narratives worth a listen. Enjoy!
Excellent travel book
ListeninginChicago
(4 Sterne)
Very well read by Ruth Golding. Some parts are quite funny and it's interesting to hear reflections on the US from the perspective of a Brit.
Elizabeth
(5 Sterne)
I found this book very interesting and enjoyable. The section on Japan was especially entertaining.The reader is excellent! I am now going to listen to the next volume.
Ben
(4 Sterne)
Beautifully read by the best reader, I wish she would read ALL the books.
Very Interesting
R. Lintern
(5 Sterne)
A fascinating insight into travel and life in 1883.