A Historical Discourse, Delivered by Request Before the Citizens of New Haven, April 25, 1838 - Softcover
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A Historical Discourse, Delivered by Request Before the Citizens of New Haven, April 25, 1838 (English Edition) by James L. Kingsley is a compelling primary-source window into the civic memory and historical identity of New Haven as it was publicly articulated in the early nineteenth century.
Delivered on April 25, 1838, this discourse captures the tone, priorities, and historical understanding of its moment, presenting a carefully shaped narrative intended for a public audience. Kingsley’s address reflects the era’s reverence for origins, community institutions, and the continuity of local traditions, offering modern readers an illuminating example of how Americans of the period interpreted their past.
Both historically rich and rhetorically polished, the text is valuable for readers interested in New England history, the development of local historiography, and the ways public commemorations helped define communal values. As a preserved address from 1838, it serves as an accessible reference for students, researchers, and general readers seeking an authentic period voice and a concentrated portrait of historical storytelling in nineteenth-century America.
This edition presents Kingsley’s discourse in clear English text, making it an excellent choice for anyone building a library of classic American historical writings and foundational documents of civic life.
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