Newtown's History And Historian Ezra Levan Johnson (1917) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120861849)

Newtown's History And Historian Ezra Levan Johnson (1917) is a book written by Jane Eliza Johnson that provides a comprehensive account of the history of Newtown, a town located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The book focuses on the life and work of Ezra Levan Johnson, a prominent historian who dedicated his life to preserving the town's history. The book begins with an overview of Newtown's early history, including its settlement by the English in the 17th century and its role in the American Revolution. It then delves into the life of Ezra Levan Johnson, who was born in Newtown in 1835 and became a passionate historian at a young age. Johnson's work as a historian is described in detail, including his efforts to collect and preserve historical documents and artifacts related to Newtown's past. The book also explores Johnson's personal life, including his family and his involvement in local politics.Throughout the book, Johnson provides valuable insights into the social and cultural history of Newtown, including its religious institutions, schools, and businesses. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help bring the town's history to life.Overall, Newtown's History And Historian Ezra Levan Johnson (1917) is an important contribution to the study of local history and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Newtown or Connecticut.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.

Author: Jane Eliza Johnson
ISBN-10: 1120861845
ISBN-13: 9781120861849
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/07/2009
Pages: 570
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.44d