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Jewett, Sarah Orne

 
9781333669980: The Old Town of Berwick (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore a living portrait of a New England town—walking the river, mills, and streets to uncover community memory and local lives.

In The Old Town of Berwick, this edition guide readers through the river towns and historic sites of Berwick, South Berwick, and surrounding streets. Through careful notes, it recalls the people, the mills, and the everyday life that shaped the town from its earliest days to more recent times. The book blends place, history, and personal reminiscence to show how a single town reflects wider New England stories.

Readers encounter a clear narrative of how Berwick grew around waterways and industry, from early mills at the Great Works to the bustling river commerce and gundalow trade. The text situates well-known families, local leaders, and long-held traditions, offering a grounded look at the town’s social fabric, religious life, and evolving streetscape. The result is a vivid, respectful portrait of place and memory that invites reflection on preservation and progress.

  • Learn about the town’s founding figures, mills, and trading posts along the river.
  • Meet notable residents, ministers, lawyers, and community leaders who shaped local life.
  • See how architecture, streets, and annual rhythms reveal Berwick’s history.
  • Explore how memory and place interact to guide modern readers and planners.

Ideal for readers of local history, New England heritage, and readers who enjoy a thoughtful walk through a historic town.

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