Journal Of A Trip To Michigan In 1841 (1904)

By Lansing B Swan

Book Overview

""Journal of a Trip to Michigan in 1841"" is a historical account written by Lansing B. Swan, originally published in 1904. The book is a personal diary of Swan's journey from his home in New York to Michigan in the year 1841. The author shares his observations, experiences, and thoughts on the people, places, and events he encountered during his travels.Swan's journal provides a unique perspective on life in the mid-19th century, as he describes the challenges of travel by stagecoach and steamboat, the beauty of the Great Lakes region, and the customs and lifestyles of the people he meets along the way. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the cities and towns he visited, such as Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids, as well as the natural landmarks he encountered, such as Niagara Falls and Lake Michigan.Overall, ""Journal of a Trip to Michigan in 1841"" is a fascinating historical document that offers a glimpse into the past and provides valuable insights into the early years of Michigan's development. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, travel literature, or the Midwest region of the United States.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120306108
• ISBN13: 9781120306104
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"