My House and I: A Chronicle of Nantucket (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025858319)

"My House and I: A Chronicle of Nantucket" is a charming and intimate memoir that captures the soul of one of New England's most iconic locations. Written by Mary Eliza Starbuck, a lifelong resident of the island, this chronicle offers a deeply personal perspective on the evolution of Nantucket from its whaling heyday to its emergence as a summer retreat. Through the lens of her family home and her own experiences, Starbuck paints a vivid picture of the local customs, the unique characters that populated the town, and the enduring connection between the inhabitants and the sea.

The narrative weaves together anecdotes of domestic life with broader historical observations, providing readers with an authentic glimpse into the social fabric of a close-knit island community. Starbuck's prose is infused with nostalgia and a keen sense of place, making the book an invaluable resource for those interested in Massachusetts history, maritime culture, and the art of the personal essay. "My House and I" serves as both a historical record and a heartfelt tribute to the heritage of Nantucket, preserving the stories and spirit of a bygone era for future generations.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.