Gleanings from the South, East and West (1843)

Gleanings From The South, East And West is a book written by Anna Elizabeth Nightingale and published in 1843. The book is a collection of observations and experiences from the author's travels in the southern, eastern, and western regions of the United States. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different region. In the first part, Nightingale provides a detailed account of her journey through the southern states, including Virginia, South Carolina, and Georgia. She describes the landscape, the people, and their customs and traditions. The second part of the book focuses on Nightingale's travels in the eastern states, including Pennsylvania, New York, and Massachusetts. She writes about the cities she visited, such as Philadelphia and Boston, and the people she met there. The final part of the book is dedicated to Nightingale's journey through the western states, including Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. She writes about the frontier towns she visited and the challenges faced by settlers in the region. Throughout the book, Nightingale provides vivid descriptions of the places she visited and the people she met, offering a unique perspective on life in the United States during the mid-19th century. The book is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the social and cultural landscape of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain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.