Stephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 01, April 24, 1858 by Stephen H. Branch
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| Editor | Branch, Stephen H., 1813- |
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| Title | Stephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 01, April 24, 1858 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Stephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 01, April 24, 1858" by Stephen H. Branch is a unique publication from the mid-19th century that serves as a blend of travel narrative, autobiographical reflections, and satirical commentary. This work likely touches on themes relating to exploration and the human condition, set against the backdrop of the author's journey and observations while traveling through Central America, particularly along the Chagres River in New Granada. In this first volume, Branch chronicles his experiences during an arduous journey filled with challenging circumstances and vivid observations of the landscape, local culture, and the perils faced by travelers. The narrative is laced with humor and a poignant critique of social and political issues of the time, particularly as he expresses his sentiments for his homeland and critiques the state of American society. Through a series of personal anecdotes, such as encounters with alligators and the struggles with the tropical environment, Branch paints a portrait of adventure colored by the absurdities of human behavior, ultimately delivering a commentary on ambition, integrity, and the complexities of existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Politics and government |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48310 |
| Release Date | Feb 19, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 1, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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