Publisher's Synopsis
Real and Ideal Bloomfield is a historical book written by Stephen Morris Hulin in 1902. The book tells the story of Bloomfield, a small town located in New Jersey, from its early days as a church town and township to its incorporation as a town. Hulin provides a detailed account of the town's founding, growth, and development, including its early settlers, industries, and notable events.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of Bloomfield's history. Hulin begins by describing the town's early days as a religious community, with the establishment of several churches and the influence of prominent religious figures. He then delves into the town's development as a farming community, with the growth of agriculture and the establishment of local industries.Hulin also discusses the town's involvement in the American Revolution and the Civil War, highlighting the contributions of Bloomfield's residents to these pivotal events in American history. He also covers the town's growth and development in the late 19th century, including the establishment of new businesses and the construction of public buildings.Throughout the book, Hulin offers his own perspective on the town's history, reflecting on the changes that have occurred over time and the challenges that the town has faced. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to help bring the town's history to life.Overall, Real and Ideal Bloomfield offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of Bloomfield, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the past of this small New Jersey town.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.