Francis Abbott: The Recluse Of Niagara And Metropolitan Sketches is a book written by James Bird. The book is a collection of sketches that depict the life and times of Francis Abbott, a recluse who lived near Niagara Falls. The book also contains sketches of life in the metropolitan areas of New York City and Philadelphia during the 19th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the life of Francis Abbott, who was known...