Publisher's Synopsis
""Whaling Exhibits Of The Old Dartmouth Historical Society New Bedford, Mass."" is a book written by Arthur C. Watson that provides a comprehensive overview of the whaling industry and its history in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The book is focused on the exhibits of the Old Dartmouth Historical Society, which showcase artifacts, documents, and photographs related to whaling and the maritime culture of the region.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the whaling industry. The first section provides an introduction to the exhibits and the history of the Old Dartmouth Historical Society. The subsequent sections cover topics such as the whaling ships and their crews, the tools and equipment used in whaling, the processing of whale oil, and the impact of whaling on the local economy and culture.Throughout the book, Watson provides detailed descriptions of the exhibits and the items on display, as well as historical context and background information. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the artifacts and understand the history of the whaling industry.Overall, ""Whaling Exhibits Of The Old Dartmouth Historical Society New Bedford, Mass."" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of whaling and maritime culture in New England. It provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and the industry that shaped the region's history and identity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
