American Notes

Rudyard Kipling

Summary

American Notes is a travelogue written by Charles Dickens, the renowned British author, in 1842. The book details his journey through the United States and provides his observations, experiences, and opinions on various aspects of American society.
Dickens' observations in "American Notes" are often critical and satirical. He criticizes the institution of slavery, which was still prevalent in some parts of the United States at the time. He also comments on the American press, the justice system, and the democratic principles upon which the country was founded.

The book received mixed reactions upon its publication. Some Americans appreciated Dickens' insights and praised his writing, while others took offense at his criticisms and saw him as an outsider passing judgment on their country.

Charles John Huffam Dickens (7 February 1812 – 9 June 1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime and, by the 20th century, critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories are widely read today.

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