Featured in this lot is this "At Home and Abroad" (second series) by Baynard Taylor in 1866. The book is a travel and essay collection published in 1859, offering vivid accounts of Taylor’s journeys through Europe, the Middle East, and parts of America. A renowned 19th-century American poet, journalist, and explorer, Taylor uses the volume to reflect on cultural contrasts, social customs, landscapes, and political observations from his extensive travels. The essays balance personal narrative with thoughtful commentary, showcasing his keen eye for detail and his deep interest in global cultures. Home and Abroad helped solidify Taylor’s reputation as one of America's leading travel writers of the time. Bayard Taylor (January 11, 1825 – December 19, 1878) was an American poet, literary critic, translator, travel author, and diplomat. As a poet, he was very popular, with a crowd of more than 4,000 attending a poetry reading once, which was a record that stood for 85 years. His travelogues were popular in both the United States and Great Britain. He served in diplomatic posts in Russia and Prussia. The condition of this book is well preserved with some slight wear to the outside cloth wrapped cover of the book but otherwise shows a well preserved overall condition. The measurements of this book is 7 5/8" x 5 1/2". The collective weight of this book is 1lb 4oz.