Tales of an Old Sea Port A General Sketch of the History of Bristol, Rhode Island, Including, Incidentally, an Account of the Voyages of the Norsemen, So Far as They May Have Been Connected with Narragansett Bay: and Personal Narratives of Some Notable Voyages Accomplished by Sailors from the Mount Hope Lands

"Tales of an Old Sea Port" by Wilfred Harold Munro is a historical exploration that paints a vivid picture of Bristol, Rhode Island's nautical past. It opens with the tale of the town's earliest days, from possible Norse connections involving explorers like Leif Erikson to the establishment of the first settlements. It follows stories of daring sailors, like Simeon Potter, who navigated dangerous waters, becoming privateers during times of conflict. Throughout the book, Munro blends historical facts with interesting personal stories, bringing to life the spirit of adventure that defined this important American seaport.