A Tour Around New York and My Summer Acre: Being the Recreations of Mr. Felix Oldboy (1892)

""A Tour Around New York And My Summer Acre: Being The Recreations Of Mr. Felix Oldboy"" is a travelogue written by John Flavel Mines and published in 1892. The book follows the adventures of the titular character, Mr. Felix Oldboy, as he explores New York City and his summer home in the countryside. Through his observations and experiences, the reader is taken on a journey through the city's bustling streets, its landmarks, and its people. The book also delves into the joys and challenges of country living, as Mr. Oldboy spends his summers tending to his land and enjoying the simple pleasures of rural life. The writing style is light and humorous, with a focus on the sights, sounds, and personalities that make New York and the countryside unique. Overall, ""A Tour Around New York And My Summer Acre"" is a charming glimpse into the past, offering a fascinating perspective on life in America at the turn of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.