Hulme's Journal, 1818-1819: Flower's Letters From Lexington And The Illinois, 1819 (1904) Paperback – September 10, 2010

Hulme's Journal, 1818-1819: Flower's Letters From Lexington And The Illinois, 1819 is a book written by Reuben Gold Thwaites and published in 1904. The book is a compilation of two primary sources from the early 19th century: the journal of Joseph Hulme, a British traveler who visited the United States in 1818-1819, and the letters of Morris Birkbeck Flower, an American settler in Illinois in 1819. Hulme's journal provides a firsthand account of his travels through the eastern and midwestern United States, including his observations on the people, culture, and landscape of the regions he visited. He also offers insights into the political and economic climate of the United States at the time, including the debate over slavery and the growing tensions between the North and South.Flower's letters, on the other hand, provide a glimpse into the experience of a pioneer settler in the Illinois country. He describes the challenges of establishing a new community in the wilderness, including the difficulties of farming and the dangers posed by Native American tribes in the region. He also reflects on the social and political issues of the day, including the debate over slavery and the role of government in promoting economic development.Together, Hulme's journal and Flower's letters offer a unique perspective on life in the United States in the early 19th century, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more