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Young Folks’ History of Boston – Hezekiah Butterworth

The purpose of this book is twofold: (1) to furnish a clue to the history of Boston as an individual community that, owing to the force of circumstances and the spirit of its people, has played a conspicuous and influential part in the larger development of Massachusetts, of New England and of the nation; and (2) to indicate the nature of the events that gave historical significance to memorable sites and objects that have survived the ravages of time and still excite interest and veneration. So it is not a history that it presents to the reader, but rather a relation or narrative concerning the development of “a poor country village” into … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

Boston and its Story 1630 – 1915 – Hartwell/McGlenen

The purpose of this book is twofold: (1) to furnish a clue to the history of Boston as an individual community that, owing to the force of circumstances and the spirit of its people, has played a conspicuous and influential part in the larger development of Massachusetts, of New England and of the nation; and (2) to indicate the nature of the events that gave historical significance to memorable sites and objects that have survived the ravages of time and still excite interest and veneration. So it is not a history that it presents to the reader, but rather a relation or narrative concerning the development of “a poor country village” … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

Historic Boston and its Neighbourhood – Edward Everett Hale

This little book is not so much a guide book in itself as an introduction or key to local guides,or a preparation for conversation with intelligent Boston people, who will meet a newcomer into that town. Every summer there arrive people from different parts of the world who have a curiosity about the history of Boston, or about its activities in past times, which they would gladly gratifiy, as well as possible, in a few days’ stay there.

Historic Boston and its Neighbourhood

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Historic Boston and its Neighbourhood.

ISBN: 9783849677282.

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Boston Basics (from Wikipedia):

Boston is the capital and most populous city … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

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

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Boston 1822 – 1922.

ISBN: 9783849677459.

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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 ...

Boston – Henry Cabot Lodge

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

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Boston.

ISBN: 9783849677442.

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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 on July 1, 1999. The city proper covers … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

Historic Mansions and Highways around Boston – Samuel Adams Drake

This volume contains a vast fund of information and anecdotes about old Boston, its notable buildings, markets, streets, and most memorable characters. The book is a perfect storehouse of information and one can only be amazed at the extent and accuracy of the information. The plan of grouping the most interesting neighborhoods, so as to embrace nearly the whole peninsula of Boston, is original.

Historic Mansions and Highways around Boston

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Historic Mansions and Highways around Boston.

ISBN: 9783849677435.

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Boston Basics (from Wikipedia):

Boston is the capital and most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the United States. Boston is … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

History of Middlesex County, Massachusetts – Samuel Adams Drake

It is unnecessary to spend words denying the position of Middlesex County in New England history, or to assert its preeminence over some of her sister counties of the commonwealth. The fact is that three separate counties in Massachusetts are entitled to the distinction of ” historic counties,” and to each of them helongs distinguished and peculiar honor for the parts they have severally borne in the civilization of New England, and in contributing to the patriotism, valor and intelligence of the century. The history is given in twenty-six divisions, beginning with the history of the Massachusetts Company, giving biographies of the leaders, their religious ideas and political ambitions; next treating … Read more.../Mehr lesen ...

The Book of Boston – Robert Shackleton

Mr. Shackleton finds Boston a “very human city, with pleasantly piquant peculiarities.” Of course he tells interestingly the things to be seen in Boston, but he deals still more with that Boston which is “a state of mind”—the literary tradition of the city, its lecture habit, its ancestor worship, the “Boston Bag” and the “Sacred God”—and the things that make it a “woman’s city.” This is not only a guide to Boston sights—it’s a pilot to Boston prejudices and fine beliefs. Sprinkled with anecdote and flavored with personal adventure, it is a book to cherish, to lend, to read aloud.

The Book of Boston

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The Book of Boston

ISBN: 9783849684921

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