Plymouth memories of an octogenarian by William T. Davis
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"Plymouth Memories of an Octogenarian" by William T. Davis is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the author’s memories, experiences, and observations of the town of Plymouth over a long life, aiming to document the changes in customs, habits, and local history for the benefit of future generations. At the start of the narrative, the author expresses his intent to bridge the gap between
the past and the present for both the elderly and younger generations, revealing insights into how the lives of the ancestors shaped current existence. He addresses common questions about the naming of Plymouth, its incorporation, and the epidemic that affected the early settlers. Through anecdotes and historical context, Davis paints a vivid picture of his childhood and the evolution of Plymouth, setting the stage for a rich exploration of both personal and communal history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Davis, William T. (William Thomas), 1822-1907 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 07001951 |
| Title | Plymouth memories of an octogenarian |
| Original Publication | United States: Bittinger Brothers, 1906. |
| Credits | Steve Mattern, Bob Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F001: United States local history: New England |
| Subject | Plymouth (Mass.) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70420 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-70420-3 |
| Release Date | Mar 30, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5962 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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