First of a series of books based on New England folklore as part of Swordsmith`s new imprint of nonfiction books of New England interest, Ellen Larned`s books have been cult favorites since their original publication in the late nineteenth century. Filled with fascinating historical tidbits, genealogical treasures, strange stories, and out-and-out gossip, Larned looks at the development and changes and all the minutiae of 300 years of life in a typical New England county with disapprovingly moralistic eyes but a wonderful ear for detail. Includes an index of names with nearly 28,000 entries a genealogical treasure trove. Two books no follower of New England history or life should be with out.

History of Windham County, Connecticut, 1600-1760

History

Larned, Ellen D.

Europe

Swordsmith Pub

First of a series of books based on New England folklore as part of Swordsmith`s new imprint of nonfiction books of New England interest, Ellen Larned`s books have been cult favorites since their original publication in the late nineteenth century. Filled with fascinating historical tidbits, genealogical treasures, strange stories, and out-and-out gossip, Larned looks at the development and changes and all the minutiae of 300 years of life in a typical New England county with disapprovingly moralistic eyes but a wonderful ear for detail. Includes an index of names with nearly 28,000 entries a genealogical treasure trove. Two books no follower of New England history or life should be with out.

History of Windham County, Conneticut, 1760-1880

"Now seamen who spent their time in cargo-carrying sailing ships never heard a decent shanty; the words which sailor John put to them when unrestrained were the veriest filth." --Master Mariner W.B. Whall Compiled and annotated by a longtime Naval officer and author of the acclaimed thriller Tiger Cruise, this unexpurgated collection of genuine sea chanteys is not for small children, but it's an unrestrained look into another side of military life and literature. Sung for as long as sailors have gone to the sea in ships, chanteys helped to make shipboard tasks easier and to pass the time on years-long voyages. Each generation of sailors adapted the songs to their own needs and cultures, forming an unbroken link from the nuclear-powered navies of today to the age of sail. Annotated with explanations of Naval terms and life--including some of the bawdier parts of a sailor's life--What Do You Do With a Drunken Sailor? is a delight for both history and music buffs, as well as an offbeat gift for people with naval backgrounds.

What Do You Do With a Drunken Sailor?: Unexpurgated Sea Chanties

Humor & Entertainment

Morgan, Douglas

Humor

Whether you're a longtime Red Sox fan or have just discovered the particular brand of stoic suffering that defines the Red Sox Nation, this is an essential reference book. The 2002 Red Sox Fan Handbook brings you up to speed on everything you need to know about New England's favorite team's past and present. 
The 2002 Red Sox Fan Handbook includes material on everything from key players to key moments and rivalries, to great sportscasters and writers over the years, to the history of the team, to a guide to statistics for beginners, to the Fenway Park experience (how to get to the park, how to get tickets, where to eat, and so forth). Newly updated for the 2002 season with more than 25 new player entries and over 100 revised entries, an all-new top 50 prospects list, an updated history, more Red Sox on the Internet, a revised bibliography, and much more--including the sale of the team, the 2001 managerial changes and player injuries, as well as new Red Sox acquisitions and trades.

The 2002 Red Sox Fan Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Red Sox Fan---Or to Marry One

Sports & Outdoors

Baseball

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History of Windham County, Connecticut, 1600-1760

History of Windham County, Conneticut, 1760-1880

What Do You Do With a Drunken Sailor?: Unexpurgated Sea Chanties

The 2002 Red Sox Fan Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Red Sox Fan---Or to Marry One