This travelogue offers a fresh perspective on America at the turn of the 20th century, as seen through the eyes of a British journalist. Lewis provides vivid descriptions of American cities, landscapes, customs, and institutions, as well as a critical assessment of the role of religion in American life. From the skyscrapers of New York to the prairies of the Midwest, this book offers a glimpse into a pivotal era in American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.