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Hidden History of Salem

by Susanne Saville
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There’s more to this Massachusetts seaside town than witches, including a past rich in maritime exploits, literary endeavors, and even ghost cats. 
 
Salem, nestled along the rocky coast of Massachusetts, has long been synonymous with witches, despite efforts to emphasize other aspects of the city’s rich history. In this fascinating collection of stories, author Susanne Saville sheds light on the forgotten moments of this noteworthy New England community. Discover Salem’s profitable “Age of Sail,” the important role coffeehouses played during the American Revolution, the scandalous life of Richard Crowninshield Jr. and the unforgettable writer Nathaniel Hawthorne. These revealing stories will not leave the history of Salem in the shadows for long.
 
Includes photos!
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Series: Hidden History Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Kindle Book

  • Release date: October 11, 2010

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  • ISBN: 9781614237907
  • File size: 3350 KB
  • Release date: October 11, 2010

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781614237907
  • File size: 3526 KB
  • Release date: October 11, 2010

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Kindle Book
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subjects

History Travel Nonfiction

Languages

English

There’s more to this Massachusetts seaside town than witches, including a past rich in maritime exploits, literary endeavors, and even ghost cats. 
 
Salem, nestled along the rocky coast of Massachusetts, has long been synonymous with witches, despite efforts to emphasize other aspects of the city’s rich history. In this fascinating collection of stories, author Susanne Saville sheds light on the forgotten moments of this noteworthy New England community. Discover Salem’s profitable “Age of Sail,” the important role coffeehouses played during the American Revolution, the scandalous life of Richard Crowninshield Jr. and the unforgettable writer Nathaniel Hawthorne. These revealing stories will not leave the history of Salem in the shadows for long.
 
Includes photos!
Expand title description text
History Travel Nonfiction
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