Book Description | Old Newbury: Historical and Biographical Sketches is a book written by John James Currier and published in 1896. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Newbury, Massachusetts, and its people. The book contains detailed descriptions of the town's founding and development, including its early settlers, its role in the American Revolution, and its growth in the 19th century. The author also provides biographical sketches of many prominent citizens of Newbury, including politicians, merchants, and other notable figures. These sketches provide a glimpse into the lives of these individuals and their contributions to the town's history.In addition to the historical and biographical content, the book also includes illustrations and maps that help to bring the town's history to life. Overall, Old Newbury: Historical and Biographical Sketches is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Newbury or early American history in general.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. |