Provincetown By The Sea (1898)

Provincetown By The Sea is a book written by Eugene Ashton Perry in 1898. The book is a comprehensive and descriptive account of the town of Provincetown, Massachusetts, situated on the tip of Cape Cod. Perry provides a detailed history of the town, including its early settlement by the Pilgrims, its role in the American Revolution, and its development as a fishing and whaling community.The book also includes descriptions of the town's natural features, including its beaches, dunes, and marshes, as well as its architecture and landmarks, such as the Pilgrim Monument and the Old Harbor Life-Saving Station. Perry also writes about the town's cultural life, including its art colonies and theater scene.Provincetown By The Sea is a fascinating look at a unique and important town in American history, written with a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the town's natural beauty and cultural richness. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Cape Cod and New England.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.