Them Was The Good Old Days: In Davenport, Scott County, Iowa (1922) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167206733)

Them Was The Good Old Days: In Davenport, Scott County, Iowa (1922) is a book written by William L. Purcell that provides a detailed account of life in Davenport, Iowa during the early 20th century. The book is a recollection of Purcell's personal experiences and memories of growing up in the city, as well as an exploration of the history and culture of the area.The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of life in Davenport, including the city's early history, its growth and development, its schools and churches, and its social and cultural institutions. Purcell also provides insights into the daily lives of the people who lived in the city during this time, including their work, leisure activities, and relationships with one another.Throughout the book, Purcell uses a conversational tone and a wealth of personal anecdotes to bring the history of Davenport to life. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to illustrate the people, places, and events he describes.Overall, Them Was The Good Old Days: In Davenport, Scott County, Iowa (1922) is a fascinating and engaging look at life in a small Midwestern city during the early 20th century, and is sure to be of interest to anyone interested in the history and culture of the region.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: William L. Purcell
ISBN-10: 1167206738
ISBN-13: 9781167206733
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 236
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d