Nantucket's First Tea: The Romantic Story of Ruth Starbuck Wentworth and Her Eventful Experience on the Sea-Girt Island

24 pp. A short work set in the early 18th century in Nantucket. Black & white woodcut illustrations throughout. From the foreword: 'In presenting this bit of old-time romance in connection with the history of the quaint town of Nantucket, Massachusetts, the publisher's desire is to preserve in substantial form what he esteems as a veritable classic, which has several times appeared in the public press. Its authenticity cannot be vouched for; yet there is a tone to it so savory of the period of which it treats, as to give color to a belief that it is real. In any event, it is a rare gem; and to save it for the pleasure of others, this eventful period in the life of a modest Puritan maiden of two centuries ago is published in this little souvenir volume.'