A History Of Block Island: From Its Discovery, In 1514, To The Present Time, 1876 (1877)

By Samuel Truesdale Livermore

Book Overview

A History Of Block Island: From Its Discovery, In 1514, To The Present Time, 1876 is a book written by Samuel Truesdale Livermore and published in 1877. The book tells the story of Block Island, a small island located off the coast of Rhode Island, from its discovery by Europeans in 1514 to the year of publication. The book covers the island's early history, including its use as a hunting ground by Native American tribes, and its later colonization by Europeans. It also discusses the island's role in the American Revolution and the War of 1812, as well as its development as a tourist destination in the 19th century.Throughout the book, Livermore provides a detailed account of the island's geography, natural resources, and the lives of its inhabitants. He also includes numerous anecdotes and stories about the island's colorful characters and notable events.Overall, A History Of Block Island offers a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of this unique and fascinating island. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New England or the development of American tourism.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: 1164531514
• ISBN13: 9781164531517
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"