- 176 pages
- English
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About This Book
Martha's Vineyard is cherished by many as a summer paradise, but few know of its rich past. Descendants of the first Native American inhabitants still reside on the Vineyard. Once a critical whaling hub, the island's success drew in newcomers from around the world. Following the Civil War, land developers set their sights on attracting tourists to the island's scenic beaches, and soon thereafter, a visit from President Grant established Martha's Vineyard as a vacation haven. From a movement to secede from Massachusetts to the making of the summer blockbuster Jaws, author Thomas Dresser weaves together the threads of the Vineyard's fascinating history. Discover how this remarkable island adapted to the times and came to be one of the most sought-out vacation destinations on the East Coast.
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Table of contents
- Front Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Foreword, by John Hough Jr.
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- 1. Noepe, Land Amid the Waters
- 2. Who Was Martha?
- 3. The Missionary Mayhews
- 4. Revolutionary Economics and War
- 5. Thar She Blows
- 6. Wha’s That?
- 7. Of Fairs and Revivals
- 8. The Industrial Revolution
- 9. Land Management, Part 1
- 10. Early Twentieth Century
- 11. The Grim Reaper
- 12. World War II on Martha’s Vineyard
- 13. The Frugal ’50s
- 14. The Singing ’60s
- 15. The Swinging ’70s
- 16. Land Management, Part 2
- 17. Hail to the Chiefs
- 18. The Twenty-first Century
- Epilogue
- A Tour of Martha’s Vineyard
- Notes
- Bibliography
- About the Author