Romantic Days in Old Boston: The Story of the City and of Its People During the Nineteenth Century

By Mary Caroline Crawford

Book Overview

""Romantic Days in Old Boston"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Mary Caroline Crawford. The book tells the story of Boston, Massachusetts, and its people during the 19th century. It is a detailed account of the city's development, its cultural and social life, and the notable figures who lived there during that time. The author takes readers on a journey through the city's streets, describing the architecture, the parks, and the landmarks that defined the city. She also explores the lives of the people who called Boston home, from the wealthy elite to the working-class immigrants. The book provides a glimpse into the city's past, revealing the challenges and triumphs of a rapidly growing metropolis. With its vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, ""Romantic Days in Old Boston"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Boston or 19th-century America.1910. With numerous illustrations. Contents: The Molding of a City; Brook Farm: An Essay in Socialism; The Real Zenobia; When the Slave Was a Hero; Wendell Phillips: Agitator; Theodore Parker and His Music Hall Pulpit; Boston's Share in the Irrepressible Conflict; The Old Boston Theaters and Their Stars; Some Artists and Musicians Who Made the City Famous; Social Queens and the World They Ruled; The Old Time Hostelries and Their Stages; The Great Boston Fire; Some Famous Visitors and the Way We Entertained Them; and Boston as a Literary Center.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: 1417915749
• ISBN13: 9781417915743
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"