Reminiscences Of George La Bar: The Centenarian Of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, Who Is Still Living In His 107th Year! (1870) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165658909)

""Reminiscences of George La Bar: The Centenarian of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, Who Is Still Living in His 107th Year!"" is a book written by Abram Bogart Burrell and published in 1870. The book is a collection of stories and memories recounted by George La Bar, who was born in 1763 and had lived through some of the most significant events in American history, such as the American Revolution and the Civil War. La Bar was a resident of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and had lived an extraordinarily long life, reaching the age of 107 at the time of the book's publication. The book provides a unique perspective on life in America during the late 18th and 19th centuries, as seen through the eyes of someone who had lived through it all. La Bar's stories cover a wide range of topics, including his experiences as a farmer, his encounters with Native Americans, his participation in the War of 1812, and his thoughts on the political and social changes that had occurred during his lifetime. Burrell's book is not only a fascinating historical document but also a testament to the resilience and perseverance of the human spirit. Despite living through wars, epidemics, and other challenges, La Bar remained optimistic and grateful for the life he had lived. His stories are a reminder of the importance of cherishing every moment and finding joy in the simple things in life. Overall, ""Reminiscences of George La Bar"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and the human experience.And Incidents In The Early Settlement Of The Pennsylvania Side Of The River Valley, From Easton To Bushkill.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: Abram Bogart Burrell
ISBN-10: 1165658909
ISBN-13: 9781165658909
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 116
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.24d