The Bristol Pike (1893)

By Samuel Fitch Hotchkin

Book Overview

The Bristol Pike is a historical book written by Samuel Fitch Hotchkin and originally published in 1893. The book focuses on the history of the Bristol Pike, a major roadway in Pennsylvania that connected Philadelphia to Bristol during the 18th and 19th centuries. Hotchkin provides a detailed account of the construction and development of the road, as well as the economic and social impact it had on the surrounding communities. The book also includes information on the various towns and villages along the route, as well as notable figures who played a role in the road's history. The Bristol Pike is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of transportation and infrastructure in the United States, as well as those interested in the history of Pennsylvania and the surrounding region.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: 1167014898
• ISBN13: 9781167014895
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 2.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 11.0"