| Author |
Gripenberg, Alexandra, friherrinna, 1857-1913 |
| Translator |
Asp, Hilda Maria, 1862-1891 |
| Uniform Title |
Ett halfår i Nya Verldem. Finnish
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| Title |
Uudesta Maailmasta: Hajanaisia matkakuvia Amerikasta
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 32.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
New-Yorkissa -- Pääpiirteet Washingtonin naiskokouksesta -- Orjuuden ajoilta -- Spiritistit ja salaperäisyyden harrastus Philadelphiassa -- Niagara -- Ole Bullin ja Longfellowin kodit -- Mark Twainin seurassa -- Harriet Beecher Stowe -- Indianapolissa -- Vaalikokous Chicagossa -- "Kristillinen tiede" -- Kalliovuorten poikki -- Opettajakokous San Fransiskossa -- Tyynen meren rannalla -- Ameriikan Kiina -- Sierra Nevadan runoilija -- San Fransiskon suomalaisten luona -- Yosemite -- Mormoonien luona -- Kansalaisemme Ashtabulassa -- Kodit ja tavat Uudessa maailmassa.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Uudesta Maailmasta: Hajanaisia matkakuvia Amerikasta" by Alexandra Gripenberg is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a collection of observations and reflections on various aspects of American society during a time of significant social change, particularly focusing on women's rights and the aftermath of slavery. Gripenberg recounts her experiences and encounters as she journeys through different American cities such as New York and Washington, highlighting social events, cultural contrasts, and political movements. At the start of the narrative, Gripenberg vividly describes her arrival in New York, where she feels both a sense of familiarity and difference from her native Finland. The bustling city, marked by diverse cultures and the iconic Statue of Liberty, presents a mix of excitement and disillusionment for her. She also details her observations on the vibrant street life, notable city landscapes, and the contrasting experiences of American women involved in the burgeoning movement for women’s rights. The opening sets the stage for Gripenberg’s broader exploration, capturing her initial impressions and framing the issues she plans to address throughout her travels in America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
E151: History: America: United States
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| Subject |
United States -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43978 |
| Release Date |
Oct 19, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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