Bayles' Long Island Handbook is a comprehensive guidebook to Long Island, New York, written by Richard Mather Bayles and originally published in 1885. The book provides a detailed history of Long Island, from its earliest Native American inhabitants to the present day, as well as descriptions of its towns, villages, and landmarks. It also includes practical information for travelers, such as transportation options, hotel accommodations, and local attractions. In addition to its historical and logistical content, Bayles' Long Island Handbook also features numerous illustrations, including maps, portraits, and photographs of notable Long Islanders and their homes. Overall, this book serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Long Island.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.