Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast by Samuel Adams Drake
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"Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast" by Samuel Adams Drake is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intricate history and natural beauty of the New England coastline, focusing particularly on its harbors, islands, and the accounts of early explorers and settlers. With an emphasis on specific locations like Mount Desert Island and Penobscot Bay, Drake aims to capture the essence and heritage of
this significant region in American history. The opening of the book sets the stage with a poetic description of the New England coastline, particularly Maine, where the landscape is described as both rugged and inviting. Drake introduces the historical context by discussing ancient names attributed to the area, such as Norumbega, and references the various European explorers who shaped the region’s early history. He provides insight into the geography and natural features that make New England’s coast distinct, setting a tone of reverence for both its beauty and historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Drake, Samuel Adams, 1833-1905 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 08002681 |
| Title | Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast |
| Credits |
Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print archive. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F001: United States local history: New England |
| Subject | New England -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38941 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-38941-7 |
| Release Date | Feb 21, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1524 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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