Chain of Colonial Houses by Anonymous

"Chain of Colonial Houses" by Anonymous is a historical account published in the early 20th century. The book provides an overview of significant colonial houses located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, showcasing various architectural styles from the period leading up to and following the American Revolution. It likely aims to educate readers about these historic structures and their cultural importance in American history. The content revolves around the detailed descriptions of several colonial houses including Cedar Grove, Belmont, Woodford, and Strawberry, among others. Each house's history is recounted, detailing the original owners, the architectural styles, and notable features such as furniture and decorative elements. The narrative also captures the significance of these homes in the context of their time, reflecting on their construction, restoration, and the influential figures associated with them. The book serves both as an appreciation of colonial architecture and a tribute to the heritage preserved within these venerable structures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Anonymous
Title Chain of Colonial Houses
Credits Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
Subject Historic buildings -- Pennsylvania -- Philadelphia
Category Text
eBook-No. 61399
Release Date
Last Update Oct 17, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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