Published in 1784, John Smyth Stuart’s book, A Tour in the United States of America, journals his meandering travels through the newly independent United States. This book is the second of his two-volume set. Containing an account of the present situation of that country; the population, agriculture, commerce, customs, and manners of the inhabitants…and many other very singular and interesting occurrences. With a description of the Indian nations, the general face of the country, mountains, forests, rivers, and the most beautiful, grand, and picturesque views throughout that vast continent.