Samuel A. (Samuel Atkins) Eliot

Samuel A. (Samuel Atkins) Eliot
Samuel Atkins Eliot Jr. (1893–1984) was an American author, historian, and Unitarian minister. He is best known for his work "A History of Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1630-1913," a detailed historical account of the city’s development. Eliot was the son of Samuel Atkins Eliot, a prominent figure in the American Unitarian Association. In addition to his historical writings, he contributed to religious literature and was deeply engaged in community service and educational efforts throughout his life.

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ACT I The hall of EARTH-SPIRIT, Act IV, feebly lighted by an oil lamp on the centre table. Even this is dimmed by a heavy shade. Lulu's picture is gone from the easel, which still stands by the foot of the stairs. The fire-screen and the chair by the ottoman are gone too. Down left is a small tea-table, with a coffee-pot and a cup of black coffee on it, and an arm-chair next it. In this chair,... more...

At rise, is seen the entrance to a tent, out of which steps an animal-tamer, with long, black curls, dressed in a white cravat, a vermilion dress-coat, white trowsers and white top-boots. He carries in his left hand a dog-whip and in his right a loaded revolver, and enters to the sound of cymbals and kettle-drums.) Walk in! Walk in to the menagery,Proud gentlemen and ladies lively and merry!With avid... more...