Salem (Images of America: Massachusetts)

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Book Synopsis: Salem, Massachusetts, is one of the most historic settlements in the United States. This new and exciting visual history reveals Salem's comprehensive heritage from the 1860s to the 1950s. Most commonly associated with the seventeenth-century witchcraft hysteria of Salem Village - an area that now falls within the bounds of neighboring Danvers - the city of Salem actually boasts a rich and textured history with a variety of economic, religious, and cultural highlights. Salem's early strengths as a colonial community were drawn from the waters around it: fishing was a staple industry in the beginning, and shipbuilding and ocean trade bolstered the settlement economically for many years. In the nineteenth century, after war with Britain caused Salem's maritime trade to decline, the city developed into a modern commercial center. Prominent settlers fostered the development of luxurious architecture and interior design, along with the founding of the city's well-known resort and amusement center, the Willows.

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Discover the captivating history of Salem, Massachusetts with the Salem (Images of America: Massachusetts) book. Uncover the comprehensive heritage of this historic settlement from the 1860s to the 1950s. Renowned for the infamous witchcraft hysteria of the seventeenth-century, Salem's story goes far beyond witch trials. Dive into the city's economic, religious, and cultural highlights that shaped its identity.

Transporting you back in time, this visual history book showcases Salem's early strengths as a colonial community. From fishing to shipbuilding and ocean trade, maritime industries played a pivotal role in the city's growth. As you flip through the pages, witness Salem's transformation into a modern commercial center in the nineteenth century. Uncover how prominent settlers influenced the development of luxurious architecture and interior design, laying the foundation for the well-known resort and amusement center, the Willows.

Immerse yourself in the carefully curated images that bring Salem's past to life. Each photo tells a story, capturing the essence of this historic city and its diverse chapters. Whether you're a history buff, a Salem enthusiast, or simply curious about the United States' early beginnings, the Salem (Images of America: Massachusetts) book is a must-have addition to your collection.

Take a journey through time and explore Salem like never before. Order your copy of the Salem (Images of America: Massachusetts) book today and let its visually stunning pages transport you to the heart of America's rich past.

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