A History Of Block Island: From Its Discovery, In 1514, To The Present Time, 1876 (1877) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436985789)

""A History of Block Island: From Its Discovery in 1514 to the Present Time, 1876"" is a comprehensive book written by Samuel Truesdale Livermore. The book covers the history of Block Island, an island located off the coast of Rhode Island, from the time of its discovery in 1514 up until 1876. The book provides a detailed account of the island's early history, including its discovery by European explorers and the interactions between the island's native inhabitants and the early settlers. It also covers the island's role in the American Revolution and the War of 1812.Livermore's book also provides a detailed description of the island's geography, climate, and natural resources, as well as its economy and social structure. The book includes numerous illustrations and maps, as well as a detailed index and bibliography.Overall, ""A History of Block Island"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this unique and fascinating island, as well as for those interested in the history of colonial America and the early United States.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.

Author: Samuel Truesdale Livermore
ISBN-10: 1436985781
ISBN-13: 9781436985789
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 376
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d