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Tales of the Chesapeake
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781022946200
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 218
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Tales of the Chesapeake by George Alfred Townsend captures the spirit of a bygone era in the heart of the Maryland and Virginia tidewater region. These short stories offer a glimpse into the lives, legends, and lore of the Chesapeake Bay, blending historical fiction with a touch of humor.
Explore the unique character of this storied region through meticulously crafted narratives. From the watermen navigating the bay's currents to the communities that dot its shores, Townsend paints a vivid portrait of life in this distinctive corner of America. Journey back in time and experience the enduring appeal of the Chesapeake through these classic tales. This collection, carefully prepared for print republication, provides an engaging glimpse into the history and culture of this iconic American landscape.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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