Excerpt from Portland and Vicinity
One can imagine the delight, when this land was new and clothed with R the glamour of surprise, of sailing from the surges of the Atlantic into the sheltered roadsteads of this bay, along the green shores of its forest-crowned islands and out-reaching peninsulas, far into the heart of the land, where the placid waters reflected in their cool depths the verdant foliage which over hung them, in the silence and seclusion of a solitude unbroken save by the songs of birds of varied plumage flitting through the forest primeval. No element of beauty was wanting to this miniature archipelago, and the native inhabitants, who had an eye for sunny spots and grassy glades, made it a place of frequent resort. They found in its waters an inexhaustible supply of provisions, and the evidences of their feasts still remain in the heaps of clam-shells found on the shores of the islands.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book details the history of Portland, Maine, focusing on its transformation from a small settlement to a thriving metropolis. The author traces the city's growth through several distinct eras, from its founding in 1632 to its present-day status as a major commercial and cultural hub. Along the way, the author explores the city's role in major historical events, such as the American Revolution and the Civil War, and provides insights into the lives of some of Portland's most prominent citizens. The narrative is richly illustrated with historical images, maps, and documents, providing a vivid and engaging look at Maine's largest city. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332063741_0
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