Transatlantic Exchanges: Cross-Currents Of Anglo-American Opinion In The Nineteenth Century

by Yvonne Ffrench

Book Overview

Transatlantic Exchanges: Cross-Currents Of Anglo-American Opinion In The Nineteenth Century is a comprehensive study of the cultural, political, and intellectual exchanges between Britain and the United States during the 19th century. Written by Yvonne Ffrench, the book explores the ways in which writers, politicians, and thinkers on both sides of the Atlantic influenced each other's ideas and values.The book is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the transatlantic exchange. The first chapter examines the role of travel and tourism in shaping Anglo-American relations, while the second chapter looks at the impact of the American Civil War on British opinion. The third chapter explores the influence of British literature on American writers, while the fourth chapter looks at the reception of American literature in Britain.The fifth chapter examines the role of politics in the transatlantic exchange, focusing on issues such as slavery, imperialism, and democracy. The final chapter looks at the impact of science and technology on Anglo-American relations, exploring the ways in which innovations such as the telegraph and the steamship facilitated communication and exchange between the two nations.Throughout the book, Ffrench draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, newspapers, and literary works, to provide a detailed and nuanced account of the transatlantic exchange. She also situates her analysis within the broader historical context, providing readers with a rich understanding of the social, political, and cultural forces that shaped Anglo-American relations during the 19th century.Overall, Transatlantic Exchanges is a fascinating and insightful study of the complex and multifaceted relationship between Britain and the United States in the 19th century. It will be of interest to scholars and students of history, literature, and cultural studies, as well as anyone interested in the history of transatlantic relations.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: 1163820377
• ISBN13: 9781163820377
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"