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Peter Testman's Account of His Experiences in North America

Peter Testman’s Account of His Experiences in North America

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A translation and analysis of a book by Peter Testman, a Norwegian Immigrant to America. Testman seeks to temper the expectations of Norwegians who imagine a life of plenty and welfare in America, warning them of economic hardship.

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The following is the table of contents from “Peter Testman’s Account of His Experiences in North America.”

  • Historical Introduction (pp. 1-6)
  • Facsimile of Original Text: Peter Testman, Kort Beskrivelse over de vigtigste Erfaringer under et Ophold i Nord-america og paa flere dermed forbundne Reiser (pp. 7-36)
  • English Translation: Peter Testman, A Short Account of the Most Important Experiences During a Sojourn in North America and on Several Travels Connected Therewith (pp. 37-60)

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