Across the Plains
Across the Plains by Robert Louis Stevenson is an illustrated edition published by Wilder Publications, Incorporated in November 2013. This 116-page work is presented in English and serves as the middle section of Stevenson’s three-part travel memoir, which also includes The Amateur Emigrant and The Silverado Squatters. The book recounts Stevenson’s experiences as he arrives in New York as an immigrant and embarks on a train journey across the country to San Francisco, sharing insights into the immigrant experience during that era.
Readers will find a detailed narrative that captures the challenges and observations of traveling through America in the late 19th century. The memoir delves into themes of migration and personal reflection, providing a glimpse into the social dynamics of the time. With its focus on travel and personal memoir, this edition offers a unique perspective on the journey of immigrants, making it a significant addition to the study of biography and sociology.
Official synopsis Publisher
Across the Plains (1892) is the middle section of Robert Louis Stevenson’s three-part travel memoir which began with The Amateur Emigrant and ended with The Silverado Squatters. It describes Stevenson’s arrival at New York as an immigrant, along with hundreds of other Europeans, and his train journey from New York to San Francisco in an immigrant train.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Across the Plains” about?
Who is the author of “Across the Plains”?
When was “Across the Plains” published?
What is the ISBN for “Across the Plains”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
