North America — Volume 2   By: Anthony Trollope (1815-1882)

North America — Volume 2 by Anthony Trollope is a fascinating and insightful look at the United States and Canada in the mid-19th century. Trollope's writing style is engaging and easy to read, making it an enjoyable experience for anyone interested in history or travel literature.

Trollope's observations on American politics, society, and culture are astute and often prescient, offering a unique perspective on a rapidly changing and tumultuous period in North American history. His descriptions of the landscape and people he encounters are vivid and detailed, creating a vivid portrait of the places he visits.

While some of Trollope's views may seem dated or eurocentric to modern readers, his thoughtful analysis of the social and political issues of his time still resonates today. Overall, North America — Volume 2 is a well-written and thought-provoking book that provides valuable insights into the complexities of the North American continent.

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The site of the present City of Washington was chosen with three special views: firstly, that being on the Potomac it might have the full advantage of water carriage and a sea port; secondly, that it might be so far removed from the sea board as to be safe from invasion; and, thirdly, that it might be central alike to all the States. It was presumed, when Washington was founded, that these three advantages would be secured by the selected position. As regards the first, the Potomac affords to the city but few of the advantages of a sea port. Ships can come up, but not ships of large burden... Continue reading book >>