Synopsis
Bowen's Picture Of Boston: Or The Citizens And Stranger's Guide To The Metropolis Of Massachusetts, And Its Environs. To Which Is Affixed The Annals Of Boston by Abel Bowen is a comprehensive city guide and reference work that blends history, topography, and civic information. The book opens with an introductory history of Boston, outlining its geography, founding, and harbor, followed by a county and district survey that describes the city’s wards, governance, schools, public buildings, bridges, and key institutions. It catalogs churches, cemeteries, beaches, and notable landmarks, and includes lists of embankments, markets, theaters, libraries, and charitable societies. Richly illustrated with engravings and a detailed index, the volume serves as both a traveler’s companion and a reference work for residents. The author aims to provide a birds-eye view of the metropolis as it stood in the early 19th century, reflecting pride in civic achievement and the growth of urban infrastructures such as railroads, canals, and public amenities. The third edition (1838) updates these materials, preserving a valuable snapshot of Boston’s institutions and urban landscape.
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