Yarmouth, Nova Scotia: A Sequel To Campbell's History (1888)

By George Stayley Brown

Book Overview

Yarmouth, Nova Scotia: A Sequel To Campbell�������s History (1888) is a historical book written by George Stayley Brown. It is a continuation of the history of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, which was originally written by Rev. James R. Campbell in 1876. The book covers the period from 1876 to 1888 and provides a detailed account of the development of the town during that time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Yarmouth's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the town's geography, climate, and natural resources. The following chapters cover topics such as the town's economy, politics, education, and social life. One of the main themes of the book is the growth of Yarmouth's fishing industry. Brown describes the various types of fish that were caught in the area, as well as the methods used to catch them. He also discusses the role that fishing played in the town's economy and how it contributed to the growth of other industries, such as shipbuilding and trade. Another important theme of the book is the town's cultural and social life. Brown describes the various clubs, societies, and organizations that existed in Yarmouth during this time, as well as the town's religious institutions and public events. He also provides biographical sketches of some of the town's prominent citizens, including politicians, businessmen, and artists. Overall, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia: A Sequel To Campbell�������s History (1888) provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of Yarmouth during the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Nova Scotia or the development of small towns in Canada.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: 1104534215
• ISBN13: 9781104534219
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"