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Book Synopsis: Discover four hundred years of Maine’s history through the tales of its unique residents.
Maine history would be bare but for the contributions of hardy and impassioned individuals whose lives make up the story of Maine’s "hidden history." Author Harry Gratwick creates intimate and detailed portraits of these Mainers, from the controversial missionary Sebastien Rale to Woolwich native William Phips, whose seafaring attacks against French Canada earned him the first governorship of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
Gratwick also profiles inventors such as Robert Benjamin Lewis, an African American from Gardiner who patented a hair growth product in the 1830s, and Margaret Knight, a York native who defied nineteenth-century sexism to earn the nickname "the female Edison."
From soprano Lillian Nordica, who left Farmington to become the most glamorous American opera singer of her day, to slugger George "Piano Legs" Gore, the only Mainer to have ever won a Major League batting championship.
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Are you fascinated by history? If so, you won't want to miss out on the captivating stories found in the Hidden History of Maine book. This meticulously researched book takes you on a journey through four hundred years of Maine's rich history by exploring the lives of its extraordinary residents.
Step back in time and delve into the lives of individuals who shaped Maine's "hidden history." Renowned author Harry Gratwick brings these Mainers to life, providing intimate and detailed portraits that will transport you to another era. You'll meet Sebastien Rale, the controversial missionary who played a pivotal role in Maine's history. Plus, you'll discover the fascinating story of William Phips, a native of Woolwich whose seafaring attacks gained him the prestigious first governorship of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
But it doesn't stop there. Hidden History of Maine will introduce you to remarkable inventors who made their mark on Maine and beyond. Learn about Robert Benjamin Lewis, an African American pioneer from Gardiner who defied the odds and patented a groundbreaking hair growth product in the 1830s. You'll also encounter the inspiring story of Margaret Knight, a York native who defied nineteenth-century sexism to become known as "the female Edison."
Prepare to be amazed by the incredible individuals that Maine has produced throughout its history. From soprano Lillian Nordica, who soared to international fame as the most glamorous American opera singer of her time after leaving her small town of Farmington, to George "Piano Legs" Gore, the legendary slugger who remains the only Mainer to have ever won a Major League batting championship.
Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to uncover the hidden gems of Maine's history. Immerse yourself in the stories of these extraordinary individuals by getting your copy of the Hidden History of Maine book today.
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