The History Of Nantucket: Being A Compendious Account Of The First Settlement Of The Island By The English (1835) - Paperback

The History of Nantucket: Being a Compendious Account of the First Settlement of the Island by the English (1835) is a book written by Obed Macy that provides a comprehensive overview of the early history of Nantucket Island. The book covers the period from the island's first settlement by English colonists in the 17th century up to the early 19th century. It examines the island's early economy, which was based on whaling and fishing, and explores the social and cultural life of the island's inhabitants. The book also delves into the island's role in the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Overall, The History of Nantucket is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this unique and fascinating island off the coast of Massachusetts.Together With The Rise And Progress Of The Whale Fishery, And Other Historical Facts Relative To Said Island And Its Inhabitants.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.