Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of Middletown, Vermont: In Three Discourses"" is a book written by Frisbie Barnes and originally published in 1867. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Middletown, a small town in Vermont, from its earliest settlement to the mid-19th century. The book is divided into three parts or ""discourses."" The first discourse covers the early history of Middletown, including its founding and early settlers. The second discourse focuses on the town's development and growth during the 19th century, including the establishment of schools, churches, and businesses. The third discourse covers the town's involvement in the American Revolution and the Civil War.Throughout the book, Barnes provides detailed descriptions of the people, places, and events that shaped the history of Middletown. He also includes anecdotes and personal stories that add depth and richness to the narrative. Overall, ""The History of Middletown, Vermont: In Three Discourses"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Vermont or the United States. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of early settlers and the challenges they faced in building a community in a new and often hostile environment.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.