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.
Ideal for readers of local history, New England heritage, and readers who enjoy a thoughtful walk through a historic town.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This fascinating history delves into the origins of Berwick, a town on the Piscataqua River, from its humble 17th-century beginnings to its prominent role in the American Revolution and beyond. Through the collective narratives of its prominent families, the author paints a vivid portrait of life in an early American community, encompassing the hardships of colonial life, the struggles against Native American tribes, and the triumphs of industry and education. The book is a rich tapestry of personal accounts and historical events, providing insights into the social, economic, and cultural forces that shaped not only Berwick but the nation itself. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781333669980_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333669980
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333669980
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)