Autobiography Of Francis Torrey Townsend And Genealogy Of The Townsends (1905)

The Autobiography of Francis Torrey Townsend and Genealogy of the Townsends is a book written by Francis Torrey Townsend in 1905. The book is divided into two parts, the first being an autobiography of the author and the second being a genealogy of the Townsend family. In the autobiography, Townsend details his life from his birth in 1821 to his adulthood. He writes about his childhood in Massachusetts, his education, and his career as a lawyer. He also discusses his involvement in politics, including his time as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and the Massachusetts Senate. The second part of the book is a genealogy of the Townsend family. Townsend traces the family's lineage back to the early 17th century, including notable members such as Robert Townsend, who was a spy during the American Revolution. The genealogy also includes information on the family's migration to America, their involvement in various wars, and their contributions to society. Overall, the Autobiography of Francis Torrey Townsend and Genealogy of the Townsends is a comprehensive account of the life of Francis Torrey Townsend and the history of the Townsend family. It provides insight into the life of a prominent lawyer and politician in the 19th century, as well as a detailed account of the lineage and contributions of one of America's oldest families.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.