Old Scituate (1921)

By Daughters of the American Revolution

Book Overview

Old Scituate is a historical book written by the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive account of the town of Scituate, Massachusetts, from its earliest settlement to the early 20th century. The authors have gathered information from various sources, including town records, historical documents, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed history of Scituate's people, places, and events. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the town's history. The first chapter provides an overview of Scituate's geography, climate, and natural resources. The subsequent chapters delve into the town's early settlement, the arrival of the Pilgrims, and the establishment of Scituate as a farming and fishing community. The book also covers the town's involvement in the American Revolution, including the role of Scituate's residents in the war effort and the town's contribution to the formation of the United States. The authors also discuss the town's economic and social development, including the growth of industry, the establishment of schools and churches, and the evolution of Scituate's cultural traditions. Overall, Old Scituate is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scituate or the early history of Massachusetts. The book provides a detailed and well-researched account of the town's past, offering readers a glimpse into the lives and experiences of Scituate's residents over the centuries.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: 1120661587
• ISBN13: 9781120661586
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"