Travels through the states of North America and the provinces of Upper and Lower Canada during the years 1795 1796 and 1797 [Vol. 2 of 2]

In Travels through the States of North America and the Provinces of Upper and Lower Canada Isaac Weld offers a detailed account of his journeys across North America in the late 18th century. Volume 2 continues to explore the social political and geographical landscapes of the United States and Canada reflecting on the changes and developments in the aftermath of the American Revolution. Weld’s narrative is enriched with observations on various topics including the customs and habits of the people he encounters the state of agriculture commerce and the burgeoning infrastructure of the time. He provides insights into the interactions between different cultural groups including Indigenous peoples and settlers highlighting the complexities of early American society. Through his travels Weld captures the diversity of the regions he visits from the bustling urban centers to the vast untamed wilderness.