Mr. Crowley Of Central Park: A History (1888)

By Henry Starkey Fuller

Book Overview

""Mr. Crowley of Central Park: A History"" is a book written by Henry Starkey Fuller and originally published in 1888. The book tells the story of William F. Crowley, who served as the superintendent of Central Park in New York City from 1879 to 1890. The book provides a detailed account of Crowley's life and career, including his early years as a farmer in upstate New York, his service in the Union Army during the Civil War, and his eventual appointment as superintendent of Central Park. Throughout the book, Fuller provides a vivid portrait of life in New York City during the late 19th century, including the challenges faced by city officials in managing the massive public park. He also explores the political and social dynamics of the era, including the influence of Tammany Hall and the struggle for women's suffrage. Overall, ""Mr. Crowley of Central Park: A History"" is a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in the history of Central Park and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York City.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: 1120650321
• ISBN13: 9781120650320
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"