A Journey to Ohio in 1810, as Recorded in the Journal of Margaret Van Horn Dwight
An Intrepid Journey Through Early America's HeartlandBy Margaret Van Horn Dwight
Length1h 47m
About this audiobook
In "A Journey to Ohio in 1810, as Recorded in the Journal of Margaret Van Horn Dwight," readers are presented with a firsthand account of early 19th-century American westward expansion. Dwight's journal illuminates the trials and tribulations faced by settlers as they navigated through the untamed wilderness, capturing the blend of adventure and hardship that characterized this period. The literary style is both intimate and reflective, drawing readers into her experiences with a vividness that enhances the historical context, as it highlights both the social dynamics and the dramatic landscape of an emerging frontier. Her observations dissect not just the physical journey, but also the emotional terrain of women during this transformative era in American history. Margaret Van Horn Dwight was not only a traveler but also a keen observer whose insights were shaped by her societal position and the cultural milieu of her time. Born into a prominent family, her unique perspective as a woman of her era allowed her to document the realities of life on the frontier in a manner that was both personal and revealing. Her literate background and engagement with the experiences of her contemporaries provided the foundation for this compelling narrative, making her journal an indispensable resource for understanding early American life. I highly recommend this work to any reader interested in American history, women's studies, or the personal narratives that shape our understanding of the past. Dwight'Äôs eloquent prose not only provides a captivating portrayal of the 1810 journey but also serves as a valuable contribution to the historical record, vividly depicting the spirit of a nation in transition.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (39)
Includes Goodreads
GenreHistory
Length1 hr 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 2, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
2Milford Friday Eve. at Capt Pond's.
3Sat. night, D. Nash's Inn. Middlesex-: FOOTNOTES:
4Sunday eve—
5October 22- Monday- Cook's inn— County West Chester—
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6Tuesday Noon- Ferry House near State Prison-
7Hobuck, Wednesday Morn-Buskirck's Inn—
8Springfield-New Jersey- Pierson's Inn-Wedy-PM 4 oclock-
9Friday morn- Chester N J.
10Mansfield-N J-Sat-morn October 27-
11Pennsylvania- Saturday eve- 2 miles from Bethlehem- Hanover- Oct 27th
12Sunday Morn-
13Sunday eve- Sundown-
14Monday morn-October 29-
15Pennsylvania- Monday-eve- A Dutchman's inn- I dont know where. Palks County-or some thing like it—
16Wednesday Octber 31st Highdleburg-Penn-
17Wednesday Eve- Miller's town- Penn- Oct-31st
18Harrisburg- P- Thursday- Eve-November-1st 1810-
19Sunday eve- East pensboro' township- P-
2010 miles West of Carlisle- Penn-Monday Nov-5th-
21Tuesday night- Nov-6th-
22Jennyauter-P—Wednesday 2 oclock P M-between 2 brothers——
23Fannitsburg- Penn- McAllen's Inn-Wednesday night- Nov- 6th-
24Peach Orchard, P- Thursday night-Phelps' Tavern—
25Sunday night.
26Novbr-12th Monday night- Nail Shop-on the 4th Mountain
27Tuesday eve- Nov- 13th- 4 miles east of Bedford- Penn-
28Wednesday night. A private house-10 miles w- of Bedford
29Thursday night— Allegany Mtn Nov- 16-
30Friday night- Allegany Mtn—
31Saturday eve-2 miles from Laurel Hill-Penn-
32Sunday eve— Nov-19th— Foot of Laurel Hill—Penn—
33Monday night- a mile west of the mountains-
34Novbr 21st Tuesday Night-A mile from Greensburg-Penn-
35Thursday Morn- Sewel's tavern-Versailes-township-
36Nov-24- Friday morn- Turtle Creek-Penn-
37Friday eve- 9 miles past Pitts'g- Penn-
38Novbr 26- Saturday night- 3½ miles beyond Pittsburg-
39Wednesday Nov- 28- 7 miles from Greersburg-Penn-
40Wednesday eve—
41Thursday eve-
42Saturday- P M- Warren- After so long a time—
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