Postcards of Providence (Postcard book or pack)

In 1636, theologian Roger Williams landed in Rhode Island and "having a sense of God's merciful providence unto me in my distress, called the place Providence." This city grew to become a leader in textile, tool, and jewelry manufacturing and gained the nickname "Beehive of Industry." In the nineteenth century, Providence was known for its busy factories, fascinating history, and beautiful location on scenic Narragansett Bay. Over 300 vintage, hand-tinted postcards transport readers to the early 1900s, when tourism boomed. See the marble dome of the Rhode Island State Capitol, look into the shops at the Mall on Weybosset and Westminster Streets, Roger Williams Park, a lecture at Brown University, and a clambake on the shores of Narragansett Bay. Approximate dating and price guides will be useful to seasoned collectors and beginners looking to start their own collections.

General

Imprint:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2006
First published:	July 2007
Authors:	Mary L. Martin
Dimensions:	216 x 279 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Postcard book or pack
Pages:	128
ISBN-13:	978-0-7643-2475-8
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Antiques & collectables > Books, manuscripts, ephemera & printed matter Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Local history Books > History > History of specific subjects > Local history Promotions
LSN:	0-7643-2475-6
Barcode:	9780764324758

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