Historic Long Island (1902)

Historic Long Island is a book written by Rufus Rockwell Wilson and first published in 1902. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history of Long Island, which is located in the state of New York. The author provides a detailed account of the island's early settlement, its role in the Revolutionary War, and its development into a prosperous region. The book also covers the island's cultural and social history, including the growth of its towns and villages, the development of its industries, and the evolution of its art and literature. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, personal accounts, and local lore, to create a vivid and engaging portrait of Long Island's past. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs, maps, and drawings that help bring the island's history to life. Historic Long Island is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important region of the United States.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.