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The Olden Time Series, Vol. 6: Literary Curiosities / Gleanings Chiefly from Old Newspapers of Boston and Salem, Massachusetts

By Henry M. Brooks
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A curated collection of extracts and short commentaries drawn from early Boston and Salem newspapers, arranged to showcase literary and social curiosities. Selections range from satirical verses and unusual notices to marriage announcements, advertisements, and anecdotes, with the compiler's brief remarks highlighting shifts in language, manners, and local customs. The assemblage presents amusing, instructive, and peculiar items that illuminate everyday life and editorial practice in earlier American print culture.

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Henry M. Brooks

Henry M. Brooks was an American author known for his contributions to the genre of historical literature, particularly through his "Olden Time Series." This collection, which includes titles such as "Curiosities of the Old Lottery" and "The Days of the Spinning-Wheel in New England," draws from old newspapers of Boston and Salem, Massachusetts, providing readers with a glimpse into the social and cultural fabric of early New England. Brooks' work is characterized by its blend of curiosity and nostalgia, offering insights into the peculiarities of past life and customs.

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