A History Of Block Island: From Its Discovery, In 1514, To The Present Time, 1876 (1877) - Hardcover

""A History Of Block Island: From Its Discovery, In 1514, To The Present Time, 1876"" is a historical account of Block Island, a small island off the coast of Rhode Island, USA. The book was written by Samuel Truesdale Livermore and was published in 1877. The book covers the island's history from its discovery by European explorers in 1514 to the year of publication, 1876. It describes the island's early inhabitants, including the Narragansett and Niantic Native American tribes, and the arrival of European settlers. The book also covers the island's involvement in the American Revolution and the War of 1812.Throughout the book, Livermore provides detailed accounts of the island's geography, topography, and natural resources. He also discusses the island's economy, including its fishing and whaling industries, and the development of tourism on the island.Overall, ""A History Of Block Island"" provides a comprehensive look at the island's past and its significance in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rhode Island or the development of the United States as a whole.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.