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Book Description: From
Colonial times to the present, the warmth and ambiance of Bucks
County’s inns and taverns have ceaselessly beckoned those
seeking refreshment or rest from the rigors of the road. Whether
welcomed by the glow of a crackling fire or the sounds of lively
conversation, guests were sure to find sustenance, shelter,
companionship, and camaraderie within their walls. Besides
providing lodging, these celebrated “publick houses” have long
played an important role in the development of this richly
historical region as meeting places, stagecoach stops, news
centers, entertainment venues, polling stations, and auction
houses. Bucks County Inns and Taverns documents how these
establishments were once the focal point of rural and town life
and how many continue today as landmarks, inspiring a sense of
pride in Bucks County residents.
Author Bio: Kathleen Zingaro Clark, president of Historia Productions and author of Bucks County, is a researcher, writer, and presenter dedicated to preserving the history of this unique Pennsylvania region. She has assembled a captivating assortment of vintage photographs from the archives of preservationists, collectors, longtime residents, and historical societies throughout Bucks County. Review: Kathy Zingaro Clark’s Bucks County Inns and Taverns is a pleasure to read and a true gift. I was so excited to see such excellent coverage of the entire county. It is so rare to see a recent publication that recognizes and includes the historical significance of Upper Bucks County. Turning the pages was a wonderful trip down
memory lane and an insight to the role Inns and Taverns have
played in our history. |
