Publisher's Synopsis
What I Saw In America is a non-fiction book written by G. K. Chesterton in 1922. The book is a travelogue of Chesterton's experiences during his visit to America in 1921. It is divided into 22 chapters, each of which describes a different aspect of American life, culture, and society that Chesterton observed during his trip. Chesterton's observations cover a wide range of topics, including American politics, religion, education, literature, and popular culture. He also comments on the differences between American and European culture, and offers his own opinions on the strengths and weaknesses of both. Throughout the book, Chesterton maintains his characteristic wit and humor, often making playful jabs at American customs and institutions. However, he also expresses admiration for many aspects of American life, particularly the country's sense of optimism and its commitment to individualism and freedom. Overall, What I Saw In America is a fascinating and insightful look at early 20th century America, written by one of the most celebrated writers and thinkers of his time.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.
