
ILLUSTRATIONS
BOSTON: A FOREWORD
CHAPTER I - DORCHESTER HEIGHTS AND THE OLD COAST ROAD
Chapter II - MILTON AND THE BLUE HILLS
CHAPTER III - SHIPBUILDING AT QUINCY
CHAPTER IV - THE ROMANCE OF WEYMOUTH
CHAPTER V - ECCLESIASTICAL HINGHAM
CHAPTER VI - COHASSET LEDGES AND MARSHES
CHAPTER VII - THE SCITUATE SHORE
CHAPTER VIII - MARSHFIELD, THE HOME OF DANIEL WEBSTER
A vivid portrait of Boston emerges in this lyrical guide, inviting listeners to wander through the city’s layered past as if flipping through a richly illustrated cake. From the bustling Common where John Hancock once milked cows to the storied spire of Park Street Church, the narrative blends quirky anecdotes with the grandeur of historic landmarks. Along the way, you’ll hear the hum of everyday rituals—baked beans on Saturday, fish balls on Sunday—that define the city’s unique character.
The journey then turns toward the Old Coast Road, tracing its path through coastal towns, hidden coves, and the lingering echoes of early settlers. As the road winds past iconic sites like the Lincoln House in Hingham and the lighthouse at Minot’s Ledge, the author paints each stop with vivid detail, revealing how geography and memory intertwine. Listeners are left with a fresh appreciation for the enduring spirit of New England’s shoreline, poised on the cusp of deeper stories yet to unfold.
Full title
The Old Coast Road From Boston to Plymouth From Boston to Plymouth
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (222K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-06-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1888–1954
Best known for lively travel writing, this American author brought places to life with a reporter’s eye and a storyteller’s touch. She also wrote novels and books shaped by a deep interest in history, homes, and regional character.
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