Harriet Martineau (1802-1876) was a British writer and scholar who
can be described as one of the first British sociologists. She was
one of the first social theorists to examine all aspects of a
society, including social class, religion, national character and
the status of women. After the death of her fiance Martineau
published articles on economics and taxation before embarking on a
two year tour of the United States in 1834. She immersed herself in
American society, visiting both Houses of Congress along with
prisons, hospitals and literary and scientific institutions. These
volumes contain a description of her travels through America.
Written in the form of a travel book, Martineau's sharp powers of
observation provide not only a vivid description of America but
also insights into the construction of nineteenth century American
society. Volume 1 contains her travels from New York to Washington
D.C.
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