Curiosities of History: Boston, September Seventeenth, 1630-1880

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wheildon, William W. (William Willder), 1805-1892.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Curiosities of History: Boston, September Seventeenth, 1630-1880" by William W. Wheildon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the rich history of Boston, focusing on various interesting and lesser-known aspects of the city from its early settlement to the year 1880. Wheildon's research aims to provide insights into the topography, governance, culture, and notable events of Boston over more than two centuries. The opening of this historical examination introduces the reader to Wheildon's intention to explore curious and significant topics related to Boston's past without claiming complete accuracy or exhaustive coverage. He acknowledges the limitations and potential errors in his narratives while emphasizing the vibrant evolution of the city and its people. The initial chapters outline the topography of early Boston, the establishment of public ferries, and the agricultural development that once characterized the land, setting the stage for a deeper dive into the city's historical curiosities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-12-27