Martha's Vineyard : Its History And Advantages As A Health And Summer Resort (1889) (Paperback)

Martha's Vineyard: Its History And Advantages As A Health And Summer Resort is a book written by George Washington Eldridge and published in 1889. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Martha's Vineyard, an island off the coast of Massachusetts known for its scenic beauty and popularity as a summer destination.Eldridge begins by tracing the island's history from its Native American roots to its settlement by European colonizers. He then goes on to describe the island's natural features, including its beaches, forests, and wildlife. The author also provides information on the island's climate and geography, highlighting its suitability as a health resort.The latter half of the book focuses on the island's development as a summer destination, with Eldridge providing information on the various accommodations, activities, and attractions available to visitors. He also touches on the island's cultural and social scene, highlighting the many events and festivities that take place during the summer months.Overall, Martha's Vineyard: Its History And Advantages As A Health And Summer Resort is a comprehensive guide to one of America's most beloved vacation spots. With its detailed history, practical advice, and engaging prose, the book is an essential read for anyone interested in the island's past, present, or future.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.