The Heart of the Commonwealth;

By: Howland, Henry Jenkins

Book Overview

The Heart of the Commonwealth: Or Worcester As It Is is a book written by Henry Jenkins Howland and published in 1856. The book provides a detailed description of Worcester, a city in Massachusetts, USA, during the mid-19th century. Howland describes the city's history, geography, economy, and social structure. He also provides information on the city's public institutions, such as schools, churches, and hospitals. The book is a valuable resource for historians, as it provides insights into the development of a mid-sized American city during the industrial revolution. The Heart of the Commonwealth is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to a wide audience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Worcester or the broader history of urban America.Being A Correct Guide To All The Public Buildings And Institutions, And To Some Of The Principal Manufactories And Shops, And Wholesale And Retail Stores, In Worcester And Vicinity.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: 1437172822
• ISBN13: 9781437172829
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"