Philip Hone Books

Philip Hone, who served as Mayor of New York City in the 1820s, is most celebrated for a remarkably extensive and detailed diary. Spanning from 1828 until his death in 1851, this personal chronicle is considered the most comprehensive record of early to mid-19th century America. His writings provide an invaluable window into the social, political, and daily life of the era, making his work a crucial resource for understanding this formative period.