Notes, Geographical and Historical, Relating to the Town of Brooklyn, on Long-Island

Book excerpt: Gabriel Furman's 'Notes Geographical and Historical Relating to the Town of Brooklyn on Long-Island' is an in-depth exploration of the early history and geography of Brooklyn, Long Island. Originally published in 1824, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the development of one of America's most iconic cities. Furman's careful research and engaging writing style make this book a fascinating read for historians and laypeople alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.