Recollections Of Bytown

And Its Old Inhabitants (1874)

von William Pittman Lett

98 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Recollections Of Bytown: And Its Old Inhabitants is a historical book written by William Pittman Lett in 1874. The book is a personal account of Lett's experiences and memories of Bytown, which is now known as Ottawa, Canada. The author provides a detailed description of the town's early history, including its founding and development. He also includes anecdotes and stories about the people who lived in Bytown during his time there. Lett's recollections provide a unique perspective on life in Bytown during the mid-19th century. He describes the town's early days as a small settlement, with a population of only a few hundred people. He also discusses the challenges faced by the early settlers, including harsh winters, disease, and the struggles of building a new community in a remote area. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of life in Bytown. Lett discusses the town's early businesses, including the lumber and timber industries, as well as the growth of the town's population and the development of its infrastructure. He also provides insights into the social and cultural life of the town, including the role of religion, education, and entertainment. Overall, Recollections Of Bytown: And Its Old Inhabitants is a fascinating historical document that provides a unique glimpse into the early days of Ottawa, Canada. Lett's personal recollections and anecdotes make the book an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of the region.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: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Historisch, politisch, militärisch
• ISBN: 9781120688194
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.11.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC