Boston And Its Story, 1630-1915 (1916)

By Edward Mussey Hartwell

Book Overview

Boston And Its Story, 1630-1915 is a historical book written by Edward Mussey Hartwell and published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive account of the city of Boston, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1630 to the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period in Boston's history. The first chapter describes the founding of Boston by the Puritans and the early struggles of the colony. Subsequent chapters cover the American Revolution, the growth of industry and commerce in the 19th century, and the city's role in the Civil War. The book also includes detailed descriptions of Boston's architecture, culture, and society, as well as profiles of notable figures in the city's history, such as Paul Revere, Samuel Adams, and John Quincy Adams. Overall, Boston And Its Story, 1630-1915 is a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of one of America's most important cities, providing readers with a deep understanding of Boston's past and its significance in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164590375
• ISBN13: 9781164590378
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"