Monatsarchive: August 2017

History of Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1630-1877, Volume 2 – Lucius R. Paige

The “History of Cambridge” was originally published in 1877. Besides the historical narrative in this volume, the second volume contains a very full and carefully compiled “Genealogical Register” of the early settlers and their descendants. These volumes are, in the most essential respects, models of what a town history should be. They contain the most important information obtainable from the sources then open to the author, and this is presented in a clear and concise narrative. In the estimation of those most competent to pass judgment, these volumes are authorities. But they are something more than authorities. They not only instruct; they inspire. Nobody deserves the privilege of growing … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

History of Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1630-1877, Volume 1 – Lucius R. Paige

The “History of Cambridge” was originally published in 1877. Besides the historical narrative in this volume, the second volume contains a very full and carefully compiled “Genealogical Register” of the early settlers and their descendants. These volumes are, in the most essential respects, models of what a town history should be. They contain the most important information obtainable from the sources then open to the author, and this is presented in a clear and concise narrative. In the estimation of those most competent to pass judgment, these volumes are authorities. But they are something more than authorities. They not only instruct; they inspire. Nobody deserves the privilege of growing … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

Boston 1822 – 1922 – John Koren

Originally a part of the “Historic Towns” series, this title gives a comprehensive account of the history of Boston, one of the oldest towns in the United States. The author takes us from the Puritan beginnings through Colonial times, further on to the role of Boston in the American revolution and the Civil War, and far beyond these times.

Boston 1822 – 1922

Format: Paperback.

Boston 1822 – 1922.

ISBN: 9783849677459.

Available at amazon.com and other venues.

Boston Basics (from Wikipedia):

Boston is the capital and most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the United States. Boston is also the seat of Suffolk County, although the county government was disbanded … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...