By James Yarnall
Newport (founded 1939) is blessed with an abundance of architectural specimens from the colonial era, Federal period, mid-19th century, gilded age, etc. Prof Yarnall cites dozens of examples to tell Newport's history from haven for religious refugees to thriving colonial seaport, quiet early American town, to summer resort for the wealthiest Americans. This book is lavishly illustrated and it gave me a very good perspective on Newport's history.
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