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LoC No.: 20019426
Title: Old Cape Cod : the land, the men, the sea
Original Publication: United States: Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, 1920.
Note: Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents: The land -- The old colony -- The towns -- The French wars -- The English wars -- Theology and whaling -- Storms and pirates -- Old sea ways -- The captains -- The county -- Genius loci.
Credits: Bob Taylor, Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Old Cape Cod: The Land, The Men, The Sea" by Mary Rogers Bangs is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the rich history and character of Cape Cod, focusing on its geography, the early settlers, and the natural beauty that surrounds it. The narrative likely encompasses elements of local folklore and the significance of the region's maritime heritage, providing readers with an immersive experience of Cape Cod's past. The opening of the book paints a vivid picture of Cape Cod during its "Age of Romance," characterizing the landscape with its charming architecture and natural beauty, reminiscent of early settlers’ ties to their British heritage. Bangs evokes nostalgia for a simpler time, describing the harmonious union of land and sea and the lifestyle of the settlers, who forged a modest yet fulfilling existence. The chapter captures the essence of the Cape, illustrating its allure for both locals and visitors and setting the stage for deeper explorations of its history, including the Old Colony and pertinent local events in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bangs, Mary Rogers
EBook No.: 70480
Published: Apr 6, 2023
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Cape Cod (Mass.)
LoCC: United States local history: New England
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 20019426
Title: Old Cape Cod : the land, the men, the sea
Original Publication: United States: Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, 1920.
Note: Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents: The land -- The old colony -- The towns -- The French wars -- The English wars -- Theology and whaling -- Storms and pirates -- Old sea ways -- The captains -- The county -- Genius loci.
Credits: Bob Taylor, Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Old Cape Cod: The Land, The Men, The Sea" by Mary Rogers Bangs is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the rich history and character of Cape Cod, focusing on its geography, the early settlers, and the natural beauty that surrounds it. The narrative likely encompasses elements of local folklore and the significance of the region's maritime heritage, providing readers with an immersive experience of Cape Cod's past. The opening of the book paints a vivid picture of Cape Cod during its "Age of Romance," characterizing the landscape with its charming architecture and natural beauty, reminiscent of early settlers’ ties to their British heritage. Bangs evokes nostalgia for a simpler time, describing the harmonious union of land and sea and the lifestyle of the settlers, who forged a modest yet fulfilling existence. The chapter captures the essence of the Cape, illustrating its allure for both locals and visitors and setting the stage for deeper explorations of its history, including the Old Colony and pertinent local events in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bangs, Mary Rogers
EBook No.: 70480
Published: Apr 6, 2023
Downloads: 76
Language: English
Subject: Cape Cod (Mass.)
LoCC: United States local history: New England
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.