Publisher's Synopsis
The Union Colony at Greeley, Colorado, 1869-1871 is a historical book written by James Field Willard and published in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the establishment of the Union Colony in Greeley, Colorado, during the late 19th century. The Union Colony was a cooperative agricultural community founded by Nathan C. Meeker, a prominent journalist and agricultural reformer, with the goal of creating a utopian society based on the principles of cooperation, mutual aid, and shared ownership of land and resources. The book chronicles the early years of the Union Colony, from its founding in 1869 to its incorporation as a town in 1871. Willard provides a comprehensive overview of the colony's history, including its founding principles, the challenges faced by its early settlers, and the successes and failures of the community. He also examines the social and economic conditions of the time, including the impact of the Civil War and the struggles of the early pioneers to establish a new way of life in the harsh and unforgiving terrain of the Colorado plains.Throughout the book, Willard draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and newspaper articles, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of life in the Union Colony. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring the story to life. Overall, The Union Colony at Greeley, Colorado, 1869-1871 is a fascinating and informative historical account that offers a unique perspective on the early years of one of America's most innovative and forward-thinking agricultural communities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the cooperative movement, or the challenges and opportunities of building a new society from the ground up.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.
