Social New York Under The Georges, 1714-1776: Houses, Streets And Country Homes (1902) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436567879)

Social New York Under The Georges, 1714-1776: Houses, Streets And Country Homes is a historical book written by Esther Singleton in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive account of the social and cultural life of New York during the reign of the Georges, from 1714 to 1776. It covers the architecture, design, and layout of the houses, streets, and country homes of the wealthy and influential families of the time. The book describes the lifestyle of the elite class and their social customs, including their fashion, entertainment, and leisure activities. It also explores the political and economic climate of the era, with a focus on the influence of the British colonial government on the city's development.The author draws on primary sources, including diaries, letters, and historical records, to provide a vivid picture of life in New York during this period. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and drawings, providing a visual representation of the city's architecture and design.Overall, Social New York Under The Georges, 1714-1776: Houses, Streets And Country Homes is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of New York City and the social and cultural life of the colonial era.With Chapters On Fashions, Furniture, China, Plate And Manners.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: Esther Singleton
ISBN-10: 1436567874
ISBN-13: 9781436567879
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 428
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d