Historic Pilgrimages In New England: Among Landmarks Of Pilgrim And Puritan Days And Of The Provincial And Revolutionary Periods (1898)

By Edwin M. Bacon

Book Overview

Historic Pilgrimages in New England is a book written by Edwin Monroe Bacon in 1898. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels through New England, visiting landmarks and sites associated with the Pilgrims and Puritans, as well as the colonial and revolutionary periods. Bacon provides a comprehensive overview of the history of New England, covering topics such as the arrival of the Pilgrims, the establishment of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, the Salem witch trials, and the American Revolution. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different location or theme. Some of the places Bacon visits include Plymouth Rock, the Old North Church in Boston, and the Battle of Bunker Hill monument. Throughout the book, Bacon provides historical context and background information about the people and events associated with each location. He also includes personal anecdotes and observations about his travels, making the book both informative and engaging. Overall, Historic Pilgrimages in New England is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New England and the early years of the United States.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: 1167022157
• ISBN13: 9781167022159
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"