History Of Gardiner, Pittston And West Gardiner: With A Sketch Of The Kennebec Indians And New Plymouth Purchase, 1602-1852 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163287996)

The book ""History Of Gardiner, Pittston And West Gardiner: With A Sketch Of The Kennebec Indians And New Plymouth Purchase, 1602-1852"" by John W. Hanson is a comprehensive account of the history of three towns in Maine, USA. The book covers the period from the early 17th century to the mid-19th century, providing a detailed overview of the social, economic, and political developments in the region during this time.The author begins by describing the Kennebec Indians, the original inhabitants of the area, and their interactions with European explorers and settlers. He then discusses the New Plymouth Purchase, which was a land transaction between the Plymouth Colony and the Kennebec Indians in 1629, and how it affected the development of the region.The book goes on to provide a detailed history of Gardiner, Pittston, and West Gardiner, including their founding, early settlement, and growth. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the towns' economies, industries, and transportation systems, as well as their social and cultural life.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous anecdotes and stories that bring the history of the towns to life. He also includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers visualize the area and its development over time.Overall, ""History Of Gardiner, Pittston And West Gardiner: With A Sketch Of The Kennebec Indians And New Plymouth Purchase, 1602-1852"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Maine, early American history, or local history in general.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: John W. Hanson
ISBN-10: 1163287997
ISBN-13: 9781163287996
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 358
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.74d