THE AUSTRALIAN IN LONDON And America By  James Francis Hogan First Edition 1889 _____________________________________________________________________________ Summary This book is a collection of essays and articles written by an Australian journalist who traveled to London and the United States in the late 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the political, social, and cultural climate of the times, and provides a fascinating insight into the relationship between Australia and the British Empire. The book is a valuable historical record of the experiences of a colonial subject in the heart of the global superpower of the era. Mr. Hogan's method of description is that of the guide-writer, in this form he fixates on a feature.  For example he devotes a chapter to the Mormons, whom the author regards as doomed unless they consent to give up the distinguishing feature of their faith. At present they prosper, and constantly receive additions to their singular community. The steamer that carried Mr. Hogan from New York to Liverpool had seventy Mormon missionaries on board, and he was assured that after a few months, each of these missionaries would return to Utah "at the head of a little army of converts." In London, Mr. Hogan catalogues our great buildings, describes Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's, and several chapels of Roman Catholics, spends a little time in the Tower, and has something to say about "the temples dedicated to Thespis," which may be read with advantage.  The public buildings of London are, it is said, disappointing to a Colonist, and "are, in general, architecturally inferior to Antipodean structures of the like character, however superior they may be in antiquarian interest and historic associations. About This Book 1889 first edition with original green cloth covers, in good condition with gilt title on spine. The cover also features a shiny gilt  capitol building on the left hand top and a very loose interpretation of the Australian Coat of Arms on the bottom left hand corner.  Corners are bumped with some edge wear but otherwise the book is in sound original condition. Please check pictures and don't hesitate to ask if you have any queries! 76