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Into large towns or small cities, like Warren, in Rhode Island, or Guilford, in Connecticut. The latter claims more than a hundred houses built be fore the Revolution. But the very growth of such places tends toward change in the old buildings. They are modernized, or they become real-estate derelicts or, not infrequently, tenement-houses rapidly falling into disrepair and soon to be torn down to make room for more profitable investments. Naturally, the most fruitful fields are the areas of earliest settlement, the Massachusetts shore, the bay of Rhode Island, the towns along the Connec ticut shore, and along the Connecticut River valley as far north as Greenfield. Few of the early houses remain in the larger cities. Most of the people of the first century of settlement built in village groups or not far apart along the main street. The system had its origin in the danger from attack by Indians. Usually, the town centre was the village green, or common, a tract of varying area held for the com mon use of all for the pasturage of their cattle. A straying cow was easily killed by a marauding Indian, and so was a cow-owner searching afield for his wandering beast. If a town was raided, the compactness of its settlement made possible a.
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- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 1331305020
- ISBN 13 9781331305026
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages31
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a charming journey through time in this captivating exploration of antique doorways in New England. The author uncovers the rich history and architectural diversity of these portals, spanning the Colonial era up to the 19th century. From stately Georgian mansions to modest farmhouses, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the homes and lives of our forebears. Explore the evolution of doorway designs, from simple frames to ornate porches and intricate pediments. The book delves into the cultural and practical reasons behind these architectural details and examines their significance within the broader context of American architectural history. It invites readers to discover the timeless beauty and stories embedded in these architectural relics. 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 # 9781331305026_0
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