| Tiverton and Little Compton, Rhode Island:: Historic Tales of the Outer Plantations Contributor(s): Simpson, Richard V. (Author) |
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ISBN: 160949783X ISBN-13: 9781609497835 Publisher: History Press OUR PRICE: $19.79 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - State & Local - New England (ct, Ma, Me, Nh, Ri, Vt) |
| Dewey: 974.56 |
| LCCN: 2012031179 |
| Series: American Chronicles (History Press) |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.61 lbs) 160 pages |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - Rhode Island - Cultural Region - New England |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Tiverton and Little Compton sit perched off the mainland of Rhode Island, where they have carved out a unique culture and history for centuries. The sketches contained in this book provide an in-depth look at the region, tracing its evolution through architecture, like the Nathaniel Briggs House, believed to be the oldest in the region; through industry, detailing the establishment of the Old Colony and Newport Railroad; and through some of the region's famous people and events. Learn how General William Barton captured British general Prescott in 1777 and how Captain Benjamin Church became a heroic Indian fighter, defeating King Philip. Author Richard V. Simpson traces the inextricably linked history of these two towns. |
Contributor Bio(s): Simpson, Richard V.: - Richard V. Simpson is a native Rhode Islander who has always lived within walking distance to Narragansett Bay. He has published nearly twenty books on a wide range of topics, including local history and sailing. |