Legendary locals of Falmouth, Massachusetts / Falmouth Historical Society.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Falmouth Historical Society., Author.

Contributor:

Falmouth Historical Society., Author.

Series:

Images of America.

Images of America

Legendary locals

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Falmouth (Mass.)--Biography--Pictorial works.

Falmouth (Mass.).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (127 pages) : chiefly illustrations, portraits.

Other Title:

Legendary locals of Falmouth

Falmouth, Massachusetts

Place of Publication:

Charleston, SC : Legendary Locals is an imprint of Arcadia Pub., [2013]

Summary:

The settling of Falmouth is a proud and powerful story with unexpected heroes, remarkable achievers, and unforgettable characters. The faces and stories of Falmouth range from the town's rebellious founding father, Jonathan Hatch, to the much-loved journalist Kitty Baker. Falmouth's past and present have always been marked by exceptional creativity and genius in the arts, sciences, and business. Falmouth, it can be said, is a town with a talent for allowing individuals to follow their unique paths. Witness Rachel Carson pursuing her lost birds and marine life at Woods Hole, Gus Canty pursuing his dreams through town sports, and James Miskell Sr. beginning the 100-year family legacy of Wood Lumber Company. This cavalcade of residents is presented in chapters on Falmouth founders, maritime folk, newcomers, and creative entrepreneurs, and it appeals to all who ever wished to be a part of small-town living.

Contents:

Runaway founders, proprietors, and heroes

Dynasties and family histories

Mariners and Falmouth's life by the sea

Community service

Falmouth's royalty

Movers and doers

Falmouth's favorite sons and daughters

Creative Falmouth.

Notes:

Includes index.

OCLC:

883396960