"Reminiscence of Western Travels, Volume 1" is a fascinating journey into the past of the Western States of America through the prism of observations and impressions of the English writer Harriet Martineau. In the book, the author shares her adventures and thoughts during trips to different states, describing the scenery, meetings with local residents, cultural features and history of the region. Readers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of America of the 19th century and see it through the eyes of the famous plantain.