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The Boston Mob Guide, Massachusetts, True Crime, Paperback

The Boston Mob Guide, Massachusetts, True Crime, Paperback Boston journalists Beverly Ford and Stephanie Schorow navigate the backrooms and seedy hangouts throughout the real story of Boston’s gangster past.The capture of notorious mobster James “Whitey” Bulger closed an infamous chapter in Boston history, yet the city’s criminal underworld has a long and bloody rap sheet that stretches back to the beginning of the twentieth century. Ford and Schorow reveal the underbelly of Boston through profiles of ruthless gangsters like Charles “King” Solomon, the Angiulo brothers, Joseph “The Animal” Barboza, Stephen “The Rifleman” Flemmi and many more who carried out deadly hits and lucrative heists.

Boston Marathon Traditions and Lore, Massachusetts, Sports, Paperback

Boston Marathon Traditions and Lore, Massachusetts, Sports, Paperback First run in 1897 as America’s second and the world’s fourth, the Boston Marathon attracts thousands thanks to its long and unique history. What began as simple start and finish lines has grown to encompass a lavish colorful artistry. An athlete and cultural exchange program with the Ohme-Hochi 30K in Japan started with four-time winner Bill Rodgers in the 1970s. Artist Bobbi Gibb was the first female finisher of the race in 1966, and she was later asked to create her own statute along the route to commemorate the event. Author Paul C. Clerici explores the history and iconic traditions of America’s most famous road race.

Boston in the Golden Age of Spiritualism, Massachusetts, Paperback

Boston in the Golden Age of Spiritualism, Massachusetts, Paperback Spiritualism flourished in Boston from the first rumblings of the Civil War until the early twentieth century. Numerous clairvoyants claimed to bring messages from beyond the grave at seances and public meetings. Motives for belief were varied. Wealthy John Wetherbee sought business advice through supernatural means. Psychic Fannie Conant attributed her restored health to spirit intervention. Grieving theater manager Isaac B. Rich wanted to contact his deceased wife. While many earnestly believed in the movement, there were those who took advantage of naive Bostonians. Determined to expose charlatans, world-renowned magician Harry Houdini declared the famous medium and Bostonian Mina Margery” Crandon a fake. Join author Dee Morris as she navigates the complex history of Boston’s spiritualist movement.”

Ghosts of Boston, Massachusetts, Haunted America, Paperback

Ghosts of Boston, Massachusetts, Haunted America, Paperback It should come as no surprise that one of the nation’s oldest cities brims with spirits of those who lived and died in its hundreds of years of tumultuous history.Boston, Massachusetts, boasts countless stories of the supernatural. Many students at Boston College have encountered an unearthly hound that haunts O’Connell House to this day. Be on the watch for an actor who sits in on rehearsals at Huntington Theatre and restless spirits rumored to haunt Boston Common at night. From the Victorian brownstones of Back Bay to the shores of the Boston Harbor Islands, author Sam Baltrusis makes it clear that there is hardly a corner of the Hub where the paranormal cannot be experienced as he breathes new life into the tales of the long departed.

Boston Marathon, Massachusetts, Sports, Paperback

Boston Marathon, Massachusetts, Sports, Paperback Author and marathon veteran Paul C. Clerici’s inside look of the Boston Marathon route and the history it holds.From Hopkinton to Boylston Street, the beloved 26.2 miles of the Boston Marathon mark historic moments and memories dating back to 1897. Town by town and step by step, follow author, journalist, and runner Paul C. Clerici as he goes deeper into each town and city along the route with firsthand descriptions of the course from the uphill climbs to the spirited sprints. Insightful anecdotes, from the naming of Heartbreak Hill to the incorporation of women runners, reveal meaningful racing heritage along the route. This comprehensive and unique journey also explores the stories behind notable landmarks, statues, and mile markers throughout the course. Woven into the course history is expert advice on how to run each leg of the race from renowned running coach Bill Squires. Whether you’re a runner, spectator, or fan, “Boston Marathon History by the Mile” has it all.

History of the Boston Braves, A, Massachusetts, Sports, Paperback

History of the Boston Braves, A, Massachusetts, Sports, Paperback Boston has been a proud baseball town for over a century. For those lucky enough to have passed through the turnstiles of Braves Field, the Boston Braves will forever live in the corridors of their collective memory. Baseball legend Babe Ruth finished his career on the historic diamond at Braves Field, while Hall of Famer Eddie Mathews was just getting started. When the franchise moved the team to Milwaukee in 1953, the Boston Braves helped usher in the modern age of Major League Baseball. Travel back to the Wig-Wam with author William J. Craig, to a time when players arrived at the ballpark by trolley car and a seat in the bleachers only cost sixty cents. From the astounding 1948 pennant season to the final inning, Craig pays tribute to a team that Boston fans will never forget.

Brookline, Allston-Brighton and the Renewal of Boston, Massachusetts, Paperback

Brookline, Allston-Brighton and the Renewal of Boston, Massachusetts, Paperback In the aftermath of the Civil War and the Great Boston Fire of 1872, those who would rebuild Boston looked to new ground in Brookline and Allston-Brighton. The two towns were invited to join Boston, but only Allston-Brighton accepted. The decisions and subsequent growth of these communities, along with Boston’s decline and fall during the same period, are told in a fast-paced story by local historian Ted Clarke. Learn about James Michael Curley’s lasting impact on Boston as the city’s mayor and of John Collins’s collaboration with Edward Logue in their efforts to create a New Boston.”? Travel with Clarke as he takes a look back at the fascinating events that shaped the character of these historic communities.”

Wild River Guide to Dismal Swamp Water Trails Lillie Gilbert PB 1ST PRINTNG 2004

WILD RIVER GUIDE TO DISMAL SWAMP WATER TRAILS By Lillie Gilbert VG. This guide will assist paddlers, naturalists, and historians exploring the Dismal Swamp and related waterways in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. Information on access points and paddling sections will help in the selection of where to paddle and what to expect when there. Maps are included for each river or creek. Historical accounts show how significant the Great Dismal Swamp and related waterways have been to our cultural past. Includes checklists of animals living in the area.