John Gilley: Maine Farmer And Fisherman

By Charles William Eliot

Book Overview

""John Gilley: Maine Farmer and Fisherman"" is a biographical book written by Charles W. Eliot. The book tells the story of John Gilley, a Maine farmer and fisherman who lived in the 19th century. The author explores Gilley's life and his experiences living and working in the rugged coastal region of Maine. The book delves into Gilley's daily life, his struggles, successes, and the challenges he faced as a farmer and fisherman. Eliot also provides insights into the history and culture of Maine during the 19th century, including the fishing industry, rural life, and the impact of the Civil War. The book is a fascinating and insightful look into the life of a hardworking and resilient man who lived in a challenging time and place. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Maine history, rural life, or the fishing industry.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: 1417959541
• ISBN13: 9781417959549
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"