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The Book Of Englewood (1922)

The Book Of Englewood (1922)

Sterling, Adaline Wheelock

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ISBN10: 1167239784
ISBN13: 9781167239786
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 524
Weight: 1.96
Height: 1.05 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Book of Englewood is a historical fiction novel written by Adaline Wheelock Sterling and published in 1922. The story is set in the town of Englewood, New Jersey, and follows the lives of several families over the course of several generations.The novel begins with the arrival of the first settlers in Englewood in the 17th century and follows their struggles to establish a community in the wilderness. The story then moves forward to the 19th century, when Englewood became a fashionable suburban town for wealthy New Yorkers.The book explores the social and cultural changes that occurred in Englewood during this time, including the rise of industry, the growth of the middle class, and the changing role of women in society. The novel also touches on issues such as race relations, immigration, and the impact of the Civil War on the town and its residents.Throughout the book, the author weaves together the stories of several families, including the wealthy Van Brunt family, the middle-class Wilmot family, and the African American Jackson family. The characters face a range of challenges and triumphs, from love and marriage to business success and personal tragedy.Overall, The Book of Englewood is a richly detailed and engaging portrait of a small American town and its inhabitants. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring struggles and triumphs of the human experience.Together With Matter On The World War By Other Writers From Official Sources.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.

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