Treasure the memory of a New England town through poems, vignettes, and brief biographical sketches. This volume collects lyrical reminiscences and short prose that recall streets, shops, and community life, sharing the people who shaped a place over generations.
In a voice that blends reverie with history, the book surveys early commerce, local landmarks, and the everyday heroes who kept the town's memory alive. Expect atmospheric glimpses of taverns, printers, doctors, traders, and artisans, all brought to life with affectionate detail and a sense of place.
Ideal for readers who enjoy local history, historical verse, and reflections on how communities remember their past.
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Excerpt from Fragrant Memories
Where, stretching to the north and west; Holt's verdant meadow Spreads around.
It. Seems but yesterday we laid The first pa'le sleeper there to rest And scarce a score of years have made For an enlargement stern request.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of over 200 poems, stories, and anecdotes that pay tribute to the people and events that shaped the town of Amherst, New Hampshire in its early days. The author takes a nostalgic look back at the town's history - from its founding in 1760 to the centennial celebration in 1860 - and uses their literary talents to preserve cherished memories that might otherwise be lost or forgotten. Full of local lore and historical detail, this book is a delightful read for anyone interested in local history, genealogy, or the author's unique way with words. It's also a valuable resource for historians and researchers, capturing a bygone era of New England life that is now mostly gone but not forgotten. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332129331_0
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