Gabriel Furman

Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Gabriel Furman's 'Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island' is a meticulously researched work that delves into the rich history and geographical features of Brooklyn. Written in a scholarly and detailed style, the book provides readers with a deep understanding of the town's evolution and significance within Kings County. Furman's literary context is evident through his use of primary sources and detailed descriptions of the landscape, making this work a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in local history. The book also sheds light on Brooklyn's important role in the development of New York City as a whole. Gabriel Furman, a notable historian and scholar, was uniquely positioned to write this book due to his extensive research and expertise in local history. His passion for preserving the historical legacy of Brooklyn shines through in this comprehensive work. I highly recommend 'Notes Geographical and Historical' to readers interested in delving into the intricate history of Brooklyn and its surrounding areas.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 88
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. September 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547341710
• Artikelnr.: 65838150

Autorenporträt

Gabriel Furman (1800–1854) was an American historian and politician, primarily remembered for his assiduous documentation of Brooklyn's early history. His scholarly work, 'Notes Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn in Kings County on Long-Island' (1824), remains an invaluable resource for researchers and historians, providing insightful observations into the region's development, topography, and the genealogies of its early families. Furman's methodical approach to collating historical facts and oral histories underpins his contribution to the field, earning him a commendable position amongst nineteenth-century American antiquarians. His narrative style intertwines the richness of storytelling with the precision of historical recount, which has guided subsequent approaches to local history recording. Although Furman's political career as a state senator occasionally overshadowed his literary ventures, his passion for Brooklyn's past crafted a lasting legacy within the tapestry of New York's historical literature. Born in Brooklyn, Furman's life and work epitomized the burgeoning intellectual spirit that characterized the era's local scholars and their dedication to preserving the historical integrity of their communities.