Nether Providence (Images of America)
Nether Providence (Images of America) by Michele S. Davidson presents the township's history through vintage photographs. The listing describes its development from an early farming settlement through mill-era growth and its later role as a summer resort area.
At a glance
- Covers Nether Providence's growth over three centuries, from settlement and farming to manufacturing and summer tourism.
- The listing describes a vintage-photograph collection focused on local people, places, landmarks, and industries.
- The historical account includes local residents Dr. Horace Howard Furness and Alexander Kelly McClure.
Reference price: $24.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Photographic format gives local-history readers a visual complement to the township's settlement and development story.
- At 128 pages, the book offers a focused account centered on one Pennsylvania township.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Arcadia Publishing |
|---|---|
| Publication date | July 5, 2010 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 128 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0738572632 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0738572635 |
| Weight listed | 10.9 ounces |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.5 x 0.3 x 9.25 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers researching Nether Providence or nearby Delaware County history.
- Local-history enthusiasts interested in vintage photographs and the development of communities.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a broad history of Pennsylvania or a guide to current attractions.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top two star categories, but the small sample also includes some three-star ratings. That provides only a limited signal about reader reception and does not show what readers specifically liked or disliked. Consider the book's focused township history and photograph-based approach against your interest in Nether Providence.
Frequently asked questions
What does the book cover?
The listing describes Nether Providence's development from its 1682 settlement through farming, manufacturing, and its later years as a summer resort area.
Is this an illustrated edition?
Yes. The listed edition is Illustrated, and the publisher description presents it as a collection of vintage photographs.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 128 pages.
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