Early American Architecture
Early American Architecture

Author: Hugh Morrison

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1987-01-01

Total Pages: 642

ISBN-13: 0486254925

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Comprehensive survey of domestic and public architecture ranges from primitive cabins to Greek Revival mansions of the early 1800s. Nearly 500 illustrations. "Entertaining, vigorous, and clearly written." ? The New York Times.

Taverns and Drinking in Early America
Taverns and Drinking in Early America

Author: Sharon V. Salinger

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2004-08-04

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 9780801878992

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American colonists knew just two types of public building: churches and taverns. At a time when drinking water was considered dangerous, everyone drank often and in quantity. The author explores the role of drinking and tavern sociability.