
audiobook
by William T. (William Thomas) Davis
Plymouth Memories of an Octogenarian
PREFACE
DEDICATION
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
A seasoned resident of Plymouth shares a vivid tapestry of life that stretches from the town’s earliest days to the modern comforts of the early twentieth century. Written with both elders and youth in mind, the memoir clears away the cobwebs of forgotten customs while highlighting the steady thread that links each generation. It serves as a heartfelt legacy, urging readers to cherish the roots that sustain their community.
Through personal anecdotes and careful observation, the author weaves together everyday habits, local celebrations, and the evolution of the town’s identity. He offers thoughtful commentary on the origins of Plymouth’s name, the early hardships of the settlers, and the mysterious illness that struck the colony soon after arrival. The narrative invites listeners to glimpse how past labors and inventions have shaped the world they now enjoy, fostering a deeper appreciation for the continuity of history.
Language
en
Duration
~20 hours (1165K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: Bittinger Brothers, 1906.
Credits
Steve Mattern, Bob Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2023-03-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1822–1907
A longtime Plymouth lawyer and local historian, he spent decades preserving the stories, landmarks, and civic memory of one of New England's most famous towns. His books remain useful windows into Plymouth's past and the people who shaped it.
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