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Thomas H. O'Connor

The Athens of America

Boston, 1825-1845

Buch

Many People are generally familiar with the fact that Boston was once known as the Athens of America. Very few, however, are clear about exactly why, except for their recollections of the famous writers and poets who gave the city a reputation for literature and learning. In this book, historian Thomas H. O'Connor sets the matter straight by showing that Boston's eminence during the first half of the nineteenth century was the result of a much broader community effort. After the nation emerged from its successful struggle for independence, most Bostonians visualized their city not only as the Cradle of Liberty, but also as the new world's Cra… Mehr

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Produktdetails


  • ISBN: 978-1-55849-518-0
  • EAN: 9781558495180
  • Produktnummer: 1460797
  • Verlag: University of Massachusetts Press
  • Sprache: Englisch
  • Erscheinungsjahr: 2006
  • Seitenangabe: 248 S.
  • Masse: H23.0 cm x B15.9 cm x D1.6 cm 372 g
  • Abbildungen: 17 illustrations
  • Gewicht: 372
  • Sonstiges: Professional & Vocational

Über den Autor


Widely acknowledged as the dean of Boston historians, THOMAS H. O'CONNOR is professor of history emeritus at Boston College. His many books include Bibles, Brahmins, and Bosses: A Short History of Boston; The Boston Irish: A Political History; and Boston: A to Z.

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