Publisher's Synopsis
Historical Sketch of the Dorchester First Parish is a book written by Daniel Weld Baker and first published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive history of the First Parish in Dorchester, Massachusetts, from its establishment in the early 17th century to the early 20th century. The author delves into the origins of the parish and its early leaders, as well as the challenges and triumphs faced by the community over the years.The book also explores the development of the parish's physical infrastructure, including the construction of its various meetinghouses and the establishment of its cemetery. In addition, Historical Sketch of the Dorchester First Parish examines the role of the parish in the wider community, including its involvement in social and political issues.Throughout the book, Baker draws on a range of primary sources, including church records, town records, and personal diaries, to provide a rich and detailed account of the parish's history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of early New England, as well as those interested in the history of religion and community development in 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.
