Publisher's Synopsis
Historic Gleanings In Windham County, Connecticut is a book written by Ellen Douglas Larned and published in 1899. The book is a comprehensive collection of historical information about Windham County, Connecticut, covering the period from the early colonial days up to the end of the 19th century. The author has collected a vast amount of information from various sources, including town records, diaries, and other historical documents. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the county's history, including its settlement, early industries, religious institutions, and notable individuals. The author provides detailed information about the county's early settlers, their customs, and their way of life. She also discusses the county's role in the American Revolution and the Civil War. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Windham County, Connecticut, and provides a fascinating insight into the county's rich and varied past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.