The Atlas of Boston History

Few American cities possess a history as long rich and fascinating as Bostons. A site of momentous national political events from the Revolutionary War through the civil rights movement Boston has also been an influential literary and cultural capital. From ancient glaciers to landmaking schemes and modern infrastructure projects the citys terrain has been transformed almost constantly over the centuries. The Atlas of Boston History traces the citys history and geography from the last ice age to the present with beautifully rendered maps. Edited by historian Nancy S. Seasholes this landmark volume captures all aspects of Bostons past in a series of fifty-seven stunning full-color spreads. Each section features newly created thematic maps that focus on moments and topics in that history. These maps are accompanied by hundreds of historical and contemporary illustrations and explanatory text from historians and other expert contributors. They illuminate a wide range of topics including Bostons physical and economic development changing demography and social and cultural life. In lavishly produced detail The Atlas of Boston History offers a vivid refreshing perspective on the development of this iconic American city. Contributors Robert J. Allison Robert Charles Anderson John Avault Joseph Bagley Charles Bahne Laurie Baise J. L. Bell Rebekah Bryer Aubrey Butts Benjamin L. Carp Amy D. Finstein Gerald Gamm Richard Garver Katherine Grandjean Michelle Granshaw James Green Dean Grodzins Karl Haglund Ruth-Ann M. Harris Arthur Krim Stephanie Kruel Kerima M. Lewis Noam Maggor Dane A. Morrison James C. OConnell Mark Peterson Marshall Pontrelli Gayle Sawtelle Nancy S. Seasholes Reed Ueda Lawrence J. Vale Jim Vrabel Sam Bass Warner Jay Wickersham and Susan Wilson