Gabriel Furman

Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island

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Produktbeschreibung

Explore the rich tapestry of Brooklyn's past with Gabriel Furman's "Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island." This meticulously researched work delves into the historical geography of Brooklyn, New York, offering a detailed account of its early settlements and development. Furman's exploration provides invaluable insights into the local history of Brooklyn and Long Island, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the region's origins. Uncover fascinating details about the area's transformation over time, reflecting influences from both the United States and Great Britain. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student of local lore, or simply curious about the evolution of one of New York's most iconic boroughs, this book offers a captivating journey through Brooklyn's formative years. Discover the geographical and historical foundations that shaped the vibrant community we know today. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 104
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 159g
• ISBN-13: 9781023482226
• ISBN-10: 1023482223
• Artikelnr.: 74008072

Autorenporträt

Gabriel Furman (1800-1854) was an American historian and politician, primarily remembered for his assiduous documentation of Brooklyn's early history. His scholarly work, 'Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island' (1824), remains an invaluable resource for researchers and historians, providing insightful observations into the region's development, topography, and the genealogies of its early families. Furman's methodical approach to collating historical facts and oral histories underpins his contribution to the field, earning him a commendable position amongst nineteenth-century American antiquarians. His narrative style intertwines the richness of storytelling with the precision of historical recount, which has guided subsequent approaches to local history recording. Although Furman's political career as a state senator occasionally overshadowed his literary ventures, his passion for Brooklyn's past crafted a lasting legacy within the tapestry of New York's historical literature. Born in Brooklyn, Furman's life and work epitomized the burgeoning intellectual spirit that characterized the era's local scholars and their dedication to preserving the historical integrity of their communities.