'Summer on the Lakes, in 1843' by Margaret Fuller is a fascinating and multifaceted account of her travels to the Great Lakes region of North America. Fuller's vivid travel journals provide a unique perspective on the social, political, and anthropological issues of the time, as well as her own ideas on art, women, and mysticism. The book is a blend of Transcendentalist travelog, sketchbook, and social and political tract, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as Fuller's philosophical and literary contributions to American literature.