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Lawrence Yesterday And Today (1845-1918) A Concise History Of Lawrence Massachusetts - Her Industries And Institutions; Municipal Statistics And A Var

Lawrence Yesterday And Today (1845-1918) A Concise History Of Lawrence Massachusetts - Her Industries And Institutions; Municipal Statistics And A Var

B. Dorgan, Maurice

Paperback

Genealogy & HeraldryGeneral SociologyRegional: West

ISBN10: 9354416500
ISBN13: 9789354416507
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Feb 8 2021
Pages: 268
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.56 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Step into the heart of New England's industrial revolution with Lawrence Yesterday And Today (1845-1918) by Maurice B. Dorgan - an essential window into the making of a city and the lives shaped within its mills. Here, the story of Lawrence, Massachusetts, unfolds through a vivid tapestry of municipal statistics, industrial growth, and the diverse communities that powered a textile empire. Every page pulses with the energy of an era when ambition and hardship wove together, forging a city whose legacy still echoes in the brickwork of its streets. This is local history, up close and unvarnished. It matters. Dorgan's work is much more than a municipal statistics handbook; it is a living record of city industries and institutions, a genealogy research reference, and a touchstone for anyone drawn to the drama of New England mill towns. The book's concise yet comprehensive approach makes it invaluable to local history researchers, family historians, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Massachusetts industrial heritage. From the earliest days of Lawrence's founding through the transformative years up to 1918, readers will find demographic statistics, profiles of textile manufacturing, and insights into the city's social fabric. The result is a rare, authoritative chronicle of a community in motion. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For the casual reader, it offers a compelling glimpse into a city's soul; for the collector, it stands as a cultural artefact, capturing the pulse of Lawrence's past for future generations.

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