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LoC No.: 20026567
Title: Old Plymouth Trails
Note: Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Steve Mattern. Thanks to Jeff Kelley at kellscraft.com
Summary: "Old Plymouth Trails" by Winthrop Packard is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work offers a detailed exploration of Plymouth, Massachusetts, and the trails walked by the Pilgrims, emphasizing the unique landscape and historical significance of the area. Through vivid descriptions and reflections, it likely aims to connect readers with the history and natural beauty of Old Plymouth, illustrating the charm of its trails and the vital role they played in early American history. The opening of the book sets the tone by invoking the storied past of the Pilgrims and the rugged, rock-bound coast they encountered upon their arrival. Packard begins with a poetic homage to the landscape, discussing the enduring natural features that still resonate with the experiences of the early settlers. He highlights Leyden Street as a modern path tracing back to the Pilgrims and invites readers to visualize the actual trails the Pilgrims took in their journey, rich with remnants of their presence along the way. As he contrasts modern Plymouth with its historical roots, he encourages exploration beyond the urban landscape to uncover traces of the past, blending natural observations with a heartfelt narrative of historical reverence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Packard, Winthrop, 1862-1943
EBook No.: 31250
Published: Feb 11, 2010
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Outdoor books
Subject: Natural history -- Massachusetts
Subject: Plymouth County (Mass.)
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 20026567
Title: Old Plymouth Trails
Note: Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Steve Mattern. Thanks to Jeff Kelley at kellscraft.com
Summary: "Old Plymouth Trails" by Winthrop Packard is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work offers a detailed exploration of Plymouth, Massachusetts, and the trails walked by the Pilgrims, emphasizing the unique landscape and historical significance of the area. Through vivid descriptions and reflections, it likely aims to connect readers with the history and natural beauty of Old Plymouth, illustrating the charm of its trails and the vital role they played in early American history. The opening of the book sets the tone by invoking the storied past of the Pilgrims and the rugged, rock-bound coast they encountered upon their arrival. Packard begins with a poetic homage to the landscape, discussing the enduring natural features that still resonate with the experiences of the early settlers. He highlights Leyden Street as a modern path tracing back to the Pilgrims and invites readers to visualize the actual trails the Pilgrims took in their journey, rich with remnants of their presence along the way. As he contrasts modern Plymouth with its historical roots, he encourages exploration beyond the urban landscape to uncover traces of the past, blending natural observations with a heartfelt narrative of historical reverence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Packard, Winthrop, 1862-1943
EBook No.: 31250
Published: Feb 11, 2010
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Outdoor books
Subject: Natural history -- Massachusetts
Subject: Plymouth County (Mass.)
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.