Brieven uit en over Amerika
- Approximate level
- C1
- Length
- 35,182 words
- Reading time
- 2 h 56 min
- Chapters
- 16
- Language
- Dutch
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2009
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This collection of letters documents a journey through the United States in 1904. Written by Carel Victor Gerritsen and introduced by Aletta Jacobs, the text offers a historical perspective on American social conditions, labor movements, and public institutions at the turn of the century. The language is formal and reflects the journalistic style of the era. You will encounter complex sentence structures and specific vocabulary related to early twentieth century travel and society, which provides a challenging yet rewarding experience for learners.
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Subjects
- United States -- Description and travel
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