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  • Theodore Lyman Wright, Marion Hawthorne Hedges

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

    ISBN 10: 133224226X ISBN 13: 9781332242269

    Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a vivid pageant of Beloit, Wisconsin's early history, bringing to life the town's development from the time of the native Winnebago tribe through the Civil War era. The author uses a unique blend of historical detail, dramatic dialogue, and poetic verse to recreate key moments in the town's founding and growth. From the arrival of French fur traders and the first white settlers to the election of the town's first officials and the establishment of Beloit College, the book captures the spirit of pioneering life on the American frontier. The stories of individuals like Caleb Blodgett, the townââ â¢s founder, and the visionary founders of Beloit College are woven into the broader narrative of a community's struggle to forge a new life in the wilderness. The pageant also explores the themes of nature, industry, and faith as they shaped the early development of Beloit and its citizens. The author's attention to detail, combined with the evocative language of the pageant, provides a compelling glimpse into the past, revealing the challenges and triumphs that were essential to Beloit's emergence as a thriving community. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.

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    LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1916 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 54 Language: English.

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    Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1916. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 54, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 54.