Publisher's Synopsis
Historic Towns of the Middle States is a book written by Lyman Pierson Powell in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the history of various towns in the Middle States region of the United States, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. The author takes readers on a journey through time, exploring the origins of these towns and their development over the centuries. He discusses the early settlements of Dutch, English, and German colonists, the impact of the Revolutionary War, and the growth of industry in the 19th century.Throughout the book, Powell provides vivid descriptions of the architecture, landmarks, and cultural traditions of each town. He also includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers visualize the places he describes.Overall, Historic Towns of the Middle States is a fascinating look at the rich history of some of America's oldest and most important towns. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, architecture, or culture.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.
