The Athens of America: Boston, 1825-1845

by Thomas H. O'Connor

Book Overview

Many people are generally familiar with the fact that Boston was once known as "the Athens of America." Very few, however, are clear about exactly why, except for their recollections of the famous writers and poets who gave the city a reputation for literature and learning.

In this book, historian Thomas H. O'Connor sets the matter straight by showing that Boston's eminence during the first half of the nineteenth century was the result...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1558495185
• ISBN13: 9781558495180
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: University of Massachusetts Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.3" x 9.1"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher