Travel writing.
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: Here are entered works on the authorship of writings by travelers that are often presented in narrative form or as memoirs. Collections of works written by travelers from several countries are entered under [Travelers' writings.] Collections of works written by travelers from a specific country are entered under [Travelers' writings] qualified by the nationality of the travelers, e.g. [Travelers' writings, American.] Works on travel to a specific place are entered under the name of the place with subdivision [Description and travel,] e.g. [Alaska--Description and travel.] Works on journalism that focuses on travel and the tourism industry are entered under [Travel journalism.]
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
William A. Hallock journal, September 1822-September 1823.
Collection
Identifier: MS0087
Abstract
Rev. William Allen Hallock was born in Plainfield, Mass., in 1794. William would graduate from Williams College at the age of 25 and in 1819 he would enter Andover Theological Seminary. Upon graduation, he was approached by Dr. Justin Edwards of the New England Tract Society. William’s work as an agent for the New England Tract Society sent him across the states, visiting various towns in order to sell tracts and memberships. Following the formation of the new American Tract Society, William...
Dates:
September 1822- September 1823