Author: John F. Bauman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781558499089
Category : Portland (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Traces the history of a bustling New England seaport from its colonial beginnings to the present
Walking Through History
Author: Paul Ledman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780972858717
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This book is a series of walking tours of Portland Maine that contains descriptions of the historical background and context to numerous locations in the city. Map included.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780972858717
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This book is a series of walking tours of Portland Maine that contains descriptions of the historical background and context to numerous locations in the city. Map included.
The Ghosts of Walter Crockett
Author: W. Edward Crockett
Publisher: Islandport Press
ISBN: 9781952143212
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Ed Crockett, the son of an absent and alcoholic father, grew up in poverty in a crowded house on Portland's Munjoy Hill in the 1970s. He recounts his days growing up with the ever-present specter of a drunken father and then overcoming the odds to become a successful businessman and politician. The book is not just a tale of struggle and perseverance, but also a story of love, redemption, and ultimately forgiveness.
Publisher: Islandport Press
ISBN: 9781952143212
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Ed Crockett, the son of an absent and alcoholic father, grew up in poverty in a crowded house on Portland's Munjoy Hill in the 1970s. He recounts his days growing up with the ever-present specter of a drunken father and then overcoming the odds to become a successful businessman and politician. The book is not just a tale of struggle and perseverance, but also a story of love, redemption, and ultimately forgiveness.
The Irish of Portland, Maine
Author: Matthew Jude Barker
Publisher: American Heritage
ISBN: 9781626190566
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Irish have influenced the city of Portland since it was first established in the seventeenth century. Today's vibrant Catholic community owes its origins to Irish immigrants in Portland's earliest days, when beloved leaders like Father Ffrench provided solace to souls far from home. The church helped them adapt and adapted along with them, affecting the city in many ways. Portland's Irish faced discrimination, especially in the years before the Civil War, when anti-Irish sentiment surged and burnings and violence erupted, like the June 1855 Rum Riot. Despite this, many Portland Irish took up arms for the United States in the Civil War, and their participation in this conflict helped them become assimilated. Join local expert Matthew Jude Barker as he explores the triumphs and challenges of the Irish of Portland before the twentieth century..
Publisher: American Heritage
ISBN: 9781626190566
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Irish have influenced the city of Portland since it was first established in the seventeenth century. Today's vibrant Catholic community owes its origins to Irish immigrants in Portland's earliest days, when beloved leaders like Father Ffrench provided solace to souls far from home. The church helped them adapt and adapted along with them, affecting the city in many ways. Portland's Irish faced discrimination, especially in the years before the Civil War, when anti-Irish sentiment surged and burnings and violence erupted, like the June 1855 Rum Riot. Despite this, many Portland Irish took up arms for the United States in the Civil War, and their participation in this conflict helped them become assimilated. Join local expert Matthew Jude Barker as he explores the triumphs and challenges of the Irish of Portland before the twentieth century..
Bold Vision
Author: Theo H. B. M. Holtwijk
Publisher: Greater Portland Landmarks
ISBN: 9780939761067
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Publisher: Greater Portland Landmarks
ISBN: 9780939761067
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
Gateway to Vacationland
Author: John F. Bauman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781558499089
Category : Portland (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Traces the history of a bustling New England seaport from its colonial beginnings to the present
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781558499089
Category : Portland (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Traces the history of a bustling New England seaport from its colonial beginnings to the present
The History of Portland, from 1632 to 1864
Author: William Willis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maine
Languages : en
Pages : 962
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maine
Languages : en
Pages : 962
Book Description
Insiders' Guide to Portland, Maine
Author: Sara Donnelly
Publisher: Insiders' Guide
ISBN: 9780762735624
Category : Portland (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Insiders' Guide to Portland, Maine is the city's first comprehensive travel guide, featuring not only information about the area's hottest attractions but also detailed descriptions about local culture, food, and resources.
Publisher: Insiders' Guide
ISBN: 9780762735624
Category : Portland (Me.)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Insiders' Guide to Portland, Maine is the city's first comprehensive travel guide, featuring not only information about the area's hottest attractions but also detailed descriptions about local culture, food, and resources.
The Charter of the City of Portland, Maine
Author: Portland (Me.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 17
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 17
Book Description
100 Things to Do in Portland, Maine Before You Die
Author: Bob Witkowski
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781935806974
Category : Maine
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The original, the authentic, the real Portland is in Maine. Settled in 1633 and officially named in 1788, Maine's largest city is unexpectedly influential in many of key events in America's history (including Oregon's city being named after Maine's Portland on a coin flip), but has managed to remain one of the great American seaport cities on the east coast. First-time visitors are delighted to discover a "lovely city" when expecting to be in a small fishing town, or in discovering "a charming town" when expecting to encounter a overwhelming city. . . but no one ever seems disappointed! Noted as one of the "10 Most Underrated American Cities" by Condé Nast Traveler, then one better as "14 Underrated Places You'll Really Want To Move To" by BuzzFeed, the eclectic mix of cosmopolitan city, working waterfront, creative economy, and historical and cultural center appeals to the millions that flock here. With a population of 66,000, what makes the city so surprising to so many is the amount of restaurants, theatres, museums, galleries, and performing arts available-rivaling cities more than ten times its size. But while Portland continues to top national accolades and top lists, how much of the city is still unappreciated or unknown?100 Things to Do in Portland, Maine Before You Die is life beyond the guidebooks-the real Portland literally and otherwise. It's a glimpse to the amazing events, food, activities, and secrets of which many locals have not even done, or may not be aware. Cities may be visited and experienced, but the goal is to live in it. And, really, you need to live before you Die...at least 100 times.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781935806974
Category : Maine
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The original, the authentic, the real Portland is in Maine. Settled in 1633 and officially named in 1788, Maine's largest city is unexpectedly influential in many of key events in America's history (including Oregon's city being named after Maine's Portland on a coin flip), but has managed to remain one of the great American seaport cities on the east coast. First-time visitors are delighted to discover a "lovely city" when expecting to be in a small fishing town, or in discovering "a charming town" when expecting to encounter a overwhelming city. . . but no one ever seems disappointed! Noted as one of the "10 Most Underrated American Cities" by Condé Nast Traveler, then one better as "14 Underrated Places You'll Really Want To Move To" by BuzzFeed, the eclectic mix of cosmopolitan city, working waterfront, creative economy, and historical and cultural center appeals to the millions that flock here. With a population of 66,000, what makes the city so surprising to so many is the amount of restaurants, theatres, museums, galleries, and performing arts available-rivaling cities more than ten times its size. But while Portland continues to top national accolades and top lists, how much of the city is still unappreciated or unknown?100 Things to Do in Portland, Maine Before You Die is life beyond the guidebooks-the real Portland literally and otherwise. It's a glimpse to the amazing events, food, activities, and secrets of which many locals have not even done, or may not be aware. Cities may be visited and experienced, but the goal is to live in it. And, really, you need to live before you Die...at least 100 times.
Good Night Portland Maine
Author: Adam Gamble
Publisher: Good Night books
ISBN: 1602198802
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 13
Book Description
Welcome to one of America's favorite seaside cities.Young readers will travel around the quaint streets of this historic city, while learning about Portland's fascinating culture. From lighthouses to lobster boats, this book has it all including Portland Head Light, Old Port, Commercial Street. Casco Bay Islands, Portland Art Museum, Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad, Children's Museum. local food, fun shops and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes. Many of North America's most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America's natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area's attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place. Good Night Portland Maine explores one the nations most exciting seaside cities.
Publisher: Good Night books
ISBN: 1602198802
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 13
Book Description
Welcome to one of America's favorite seaside cities.Young readers will travel around the quaint streets of this historic city, while learning about Portland's fascinating culture. From lighthouses to lobster boats, this book has it all including Portland Head Light, Old Port, Commercial Street. Casco Bay Islands, Portland Art Museum, Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad, Children's Museum. local food, fun shops and more. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes. Many of North America's most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America's natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area's attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place. Good Night Portland Maine explores one the nations most exciting seaside cities.