Alexander McMillan Welch / Bashford Dean
The Dyckman House is a historical book written by Bashford Dean and published in 1916. The book explores the history and architecture of the Dyckman House, a landmark building located in the Inwood neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. The Dyckman House was built in the 18th century and is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Manhattan. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Dyckman family, who owned the house for generations, and their role in the development of the Inwood neighborhood. The author also discusses the architectural features of the house, including its Dutch colonial style, and provides insights into the construction techniques used during the time period.In addition to its historical and architectural significance, the Dyckman House also played an important role in the American Revolution. The book explores the house’s use as a military headquarters by both British and American forces during the war.Overall, The Dyckman House is a comprehensive and informative book that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the history and architecture of one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.