The Centennial History Of New York City

From The Discovery To The Present Day (1876)

von William Leete Stone

256 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""The Centennial History Of New York City: From The Discovery To The Present Day"" is a comprehensive account of the history of New York City, written by William Leete Stone and originally published in 1876. The book covers the city's founding by the Dutch in the 17th century, its growth and development as a major port and commercial center, and its role in American history, including the American Revolution and the Civil War. Stone's writing is detailed and engaging, drawing on a wide range of sources to provide a rich and nuanced portrayal of the city and its people. He covers topics such as politics, culture, and social life, as well as the city's infrastructure and architecture. The book also includes numerous illustrations, maps, and photographs that help bring the history of New York City to life.Overall, ""The Centennial History Of New York City"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of one of America's most important cities. Its detailed and comprehensive coverage makes it an essential read for historians, students, and anyone who wants to learn more about the people, places, and events that have shaped New York City over the centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Amerikanische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781104482893
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.05.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC