History Of Andover: From Its Settlement To 1829 (1829)

By Abiel Abbot

Book Overview

""History of Andover: From Its Settlement to 1829"" is a book written by Abiel Abbot in 1829. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Andover, a town located in Essex County, Massachusetts, from the time of its settlement to the year 1829. Abbot, who was a Congregational minister and a prominent figure in the town, drew on a variety of sources, including town records, diaries, and personal accounts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of Andover's development over the centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the town's early settlement by English colonists, its role in the American Revolution, the growth of its economy and industry, and the establishment of its educational institutions, such as Phillips Academy and Andover Theological Seminary. The book also includes biographical sketches of many of the town's prominent citizens, as well as descriptions of its churches, public buildings, and natural features. Overall, ""History of Andover"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Massachusetts or the development of small towns in early America.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120200261
• ISBN13: 9781120200266
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"