This 230-page book tells the story of our overlooked but extraordinary community and offers a glimpse into the lives of some of our citizens, culture, and the milestones that shaped our town. Well-researched, the book is beautifully illustrated with more than 100 historic and contemporary photographs, paintings, and drawings.
Topics include accounts and information about the Town of Sharon’s past: its indigenous inhabitants, women’s lives, disasters, health and illness, mills, schools, natural areas, governance, artists, and tradespeople, and much more.
“Our special community, which was settled in the 18th century by brave and rugged individuals, has a fascinating backstory, an uncommon number of distinguished citizens, and many beautiful places,” said author Gina Goff. “My aim was to describe and showcase them in an engaging and elegant way.”
The Lost Village book takes its title from the headline of a 1920s newspaper article about Sharon, New Hampshire when it was populated by just over twenty people. While the Town of Sharon remains one of those very small New England towns that might be passed by, it is a lovely and interesting place that is most definitely not lost.
The Lost Village – A History of Sharon, New Hampshire is available from Amazon.com, BarnesAndNoble.com, and the Jaffrey Public Library. Ask for it at the Toadstool Bookshop.
