The Story of St. John's is an epic drama, featuring stoic fishermen, intrepid aviators, brilliant statesmen, devoted clerics, hard-working business people and brave social reformers. The tale also includes rapacious merchants, destructive fires, shameless politicians, religious bigots, and warriors. The Oldest City brings together the many pieces which comprise the history of St. John's: its pioners, larger-than-lif characters, and the hard working people who built the foundations fo the city's economy and culture.