Curiosities Of History

Curiosities of History: Boston, September Seventeenth, 1630-1880 is a book written by William Willder Wheildon and published in 1880. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Boston, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1630 up until the year of publication. The title of the book refers to the date of September 17th, which is significant in Boston's history as it marks the anniversary of the city's founding.The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Boston's history, including its early settlers, the American Revolution, the growth of the city, and its cultural and social developments. Each chapter is filled with interesting facts, anecdotes, and curiosities that shed light on the city's past.Wheildon's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides a wealth of detail about the people, events, and places that shaped Boston's history. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps that help to bring the city's history to life.Overall, Curiosities of History: Boston, September Seventeenth, 1630-1880 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Boston or American history in general. It offers a unique perspective on the city's past and provides a rich and detailed account of its development over the course of nearly 250 years.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.