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The History Of Cambridge (1801)

The History Of Cambridge (1801)

Holmes, Abiel

Paperback

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1166158721
ISBN13: 9781166158729
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.40
Height: 0.27 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of Cambridge (1801) is a book written by Abiel Holmes that provides a comprehensive account of the city of Cambridge, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1630 to the end of the 18th century. The book covers various aspects of the city's history, including its early settlement, the role it played in the American Revolution, and its development as an important educational and cultural center.Holmes begins the book by describing the arrival of the Puritans in Cambridge and their establishment of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He then goes on to detail the various political and social events that shaped the city's history over the next two centuries, including the outbreak of the Revolutionary War and the subsequent role played by Cambridge in the conflict.The book also provides a detailed account of the development of Harvard University, which was founded in Cambridge in 1636 and became one of the most prestigious educational institutions in the country. Holmes describes the growth of the university over the years and its importance in shaping the intellectual and cultural life of the city.Overall, The History of Cambridge (1801) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the role it played in the development of the United States.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.

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