Postcards of Providence

by Mary L. Martin and Nathaniel Wolfgang-Price

In 1636, theologian Roger Williams landed in Rhode Island and "having a sense of God's merciful providence unto me in my distress, called the place Providence." This city grew to become a leader in textile, tool, and jewelry manufacturing and gained the nickname "Beehive of Industry." In the nineteenth century, Providence was known for its busy factories, fascinating history, and beautiful location on scenic Narragansett Bay. Over 300 vintage, hand-tinted...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764324756
• ISBN13: 9780764324758
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 2.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 10.9" x 8.3"