History Of Ipswich, Essex, And Hamilton (1834)

By Joseph Barlow Felt

Book Overview

""History of Ipswich, Essex, and Hamilton"" is a book written by Joseph Barlow Felt in 1834. It is a comprehensive account of the history of these three towns in Massachusetts, USA. The book covers the period from the arrival of the first European settlers in the region up to the early 19th century. The author provides detailed information on the geography, geology, and natural resources of the area, as well as the early Native American inhabitants.The book also covers the political, social, and economic developments of the region. It describes the founding of Ipswich as a Puritan settlement in the 17th century, the growth of the fishing industry, and the role of the towns in the American Revolution. Felt also provides an insight into the cultural life of the towns, including the establishment of schools, churches, and other institutions.The author draws on a wide range of sources, including local records, newspapers, and personal accounts, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of life in Ipswich, Essex, and Hamilton. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of this region of Massachusetts or in the early history 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: 1166184900
• ISBN13: 9781166184902
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"