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Macy, Obed

9781331416739: The History of Nantucket (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1331416736 ISBN 13 : 9781331416739

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Discover how Nantucket rose from humble shores to a maritime powerhouse.

The book presents a detailed, narrative look at Nantucket’s rise as a trading and whaling hub. It traces how industry, risk, and community spirit shaped the island through prosperity, war, and change. Intriguing episodes, including the founding of a local bank and a dramatic robbery, illuminate the practical decisions that defined daily life for residents and mariners alike.

From bustling shipyards to cautious neutrality during European wars, the story blends economic shifts with personal voices. It explains why industry, frugality, and a willingness to adapt formed the core of the island’s identity across generations.

See how whaling and related trades sustained growth and what it meant for families and neighborhoods.
Understand the rise of a Nantucket bank and the shock of its sudden robbery.
Explore how war, insurance, and market changes affected shipping and fortunes.
Learn how the town’s name and sense of community evolved through pivotal years.

Ideal for readers of local history and maritime heritage who want a grounded, documentary-style view of Nantucket’s past.

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Excerpt from The History of Nantucket: Being a Compendious Account of the First Settlement of the Island by the English, Together With the Rise and Progress of the Whale Fishery; And Other Historical Facts Relative to Said Island and Its Inhabitants

It has long been a subject of surprise to the author, that no person has written a history of Nantucket. Such a work, commencing with the settlement of the island by the English, and continued to the present day, could not fail of containing much both of interest and instruction. There are few places of equal magnitude, the annals of which would afford matters for a more valuable volume.

The occasion which drew some of the first families to settle at Nantucket, was that of avoiding the rigors of the law against the people called Quakers. To enjoy the exercise of the rites of hospitality and of religious freedom, they were willing to leave their homes, their friends and connections, to sacrifice their property, and to settle in a place inhabited by some thousands of savages, from whom, in case of assault, no retreat could be made. Driven from civilized society for no crime, but for their virtues rather, they took refuge in a land of barbarians; and, without vessels for flight, or arms for defence, they erected their altars and traced their furrows with all that confidence and fearlessness, which is inspired by unwavering trust in the blessing of heaven. They committed themselves to the guidance of divine power, believing that, under His influence, they would succeed in their undertaking. They did succeed; and so rapidly and so peaceably, that, in a few years, they found themselves in possession of the whole island, while neither record nor tradition affords a single instance of hostility between them and their savage neighbors.

The Whale Fishery will be found a leading topic in the following pages, and, it is presumed, one of the most interesting parts of this history. Reflecting at how early a per…

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1331416736
ISBN 13: 9781331416739
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 318
Coordonn�es du fabricant: non disponible
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The History of Nantucket (Classic Reprint)

Obed Macy

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1331416736 ISBN 13 : 9781331416739

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the early history of a small island community, chronicling its transformation from a sparsely populated native territory to a thriving hub of commerce and industry. The author meticulously details the islandâ� �s purchase from its original patentees and the subsequent settlement by English colonists seeking religious freedom. A fascinating account of the island's founding and early years, the book illuminates the complex relationship between the early colonists and the native population, offering a glimpse into their interactions, trade agreements, and the gradual integration of the natives into the new society. One of the most compelling aspects of the book is its exploration of the islandâ� �s burgeoning whale fishery, an industry that would soon become central to the islandâ� �s economic and social identity. From the first hesitant attempts to harvest whales to the development of sophisticated whaling techniques, the book charts the rise of this unique industry and its transformative impact on the islandâ� �s population. The author also examines the distinctive cultural identity that emerged from this insular community, highlighting their pacifist values and their unique adaptations to the challenges of life in a remote, resource-rich environment. The book offers valuable insights into the history of early colonial settlement, the growth of maritime industries in 17th and 18th century America, and the evolving relationship between European settlers and Native American communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781331416739_0

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