Greenwich Village by Anna Alice Chapin
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"Greenwich Village" by Anna Alice Chapin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the rich and varied history of Greenwich Village, exploring its transformation from a quaint countryside to its role as a prominent area within New York City. The narrative reflects on key figures and events, capturing the essence and charm of the Village through its key locations and cultural significance. The opening of
the book introduces the personal connection the author has to Greenwich Village, describing it as a place of hospitality and warmth despite modernity's encroachment. The initial chapter offers a glimpse into the early history of Washington Square, detailing how it evolved from an uncultivated area into a central spot within the Village, rich with the stories of the people who once lived there. Chapin paints a nostalgic picture of the landscape, contrasting the lively present-day city with its serene past, inviting readers to appreciate the profound historical depth and local character that Greenwich Village embodies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Chapin, Anna Alice, 1880-1920 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Cram, Allan G. (Allan Gilbert), 1886-1947 |
| Title | Greenwich Village |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Lybarger, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States |
| Subject | Greenwich Village (New York, N.Y.) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16907 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16907-1 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 560 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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