The Litchfield Book Of Days

The Litchfield Book Of Days is a historical book that provides a comprehensive collection of the town of Litchfield's historical, biographical, and literary reminiscences. Written by George Copeland Boswell, the book was published in 1899 and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Litchfield, Connecticut.The book is divided into 365 daily entries, with each entry providing information about a particular event, person, or place related to Litchfield's history. The entries are arranged chronologically, starting with January 1st and ending with December 31st, and cover a wide range of topics, including the town's founding, its role in the American Revolution, and its development as a center of education and culture.In addition to historical events, the book also includes biographical sketches of notable Litchfield residents, including lawyers, politicians, and educators. These sketches provide insight into the lives and accomplishments of some of the town's most prominent citizens.Finally, the book also includes literary reminiscences, with entries devoted to Litchfield's role in American literature. These entries discuss the town's connection to famous writers such as Harriet Beecher Stowe, who lived in Litchfield for a time, and Oliver Wolcott, Jr., who wrote a series of political essays while living in Litchfield.Overall, The Litchfield Book Of Days is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique glimpse into the history of one of Connecticut's most important towns. Whether you are a history buff, a lover of literature, or simply interested in learning more about Litchfield, this book is sure to provide hours of enjoyment and enlightenment.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.