Newport (1884)

By George Parsons Lathrop

Book Overview

Newport (1884) is a historical book written by George Parsons Lathrop that provides a detailed account of the city of Newport, Rhode Island during the late 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Newport's history, including its founding, the development of its architecture and landscape, and the social and cultural life of its residents.Lathrop's book is filled with vivid descriptions of Newport's many landmarks, including its famous mansions, churches, and public buildings. He also provides insights into the lives of Newport's wealthy elite, who were attracted to the city's picturesque setting and its reputation as a fashionable summer resort.Throughout the book, Lathrop draws on a wide range of historical sources, including personal diaries, letters, and newspaper articles, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of Newport's past. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help bring the city's history to life.Overall, Newport (1884) is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of one of America's most iconic cities, and is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in history, architecture, or urban development.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: 1163904600
• ISBN13: 9781163904602
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"