The New England Historical and Genealogical Register: Published Quarterly, Under the Patronage of the New England Historic Genealogical Society, for the Year 1855. E-book. Formato PDF - 9780243783182

Edited by Henry F. Waters, The New England Historical and Genealogical Register is a publication which is published annually by the New England Historic Genealogical Society in Boston. This text provides a complex and full exploration of historic matters which are somehow related to New England. Each publication by the New England Historic Genealogical Society aims to offer new information to the historian and those with a particular interest in New England and United States history.

This volume begins with a short explanation about the origins of the society and its primary goals in both publications and its work as an organization. Boasting a wide range of topics, this volume holds something of interest for any and every reader. From genealogies by family name to memoirs written by New England residents or those with ties to New England, this publication can give a very personal approach to history. The text also offers a discussion of a wide range of books on the topic of history and in relation to New England history. In addition to suggesting other resources for the reader, this volume provides first person accounts of history through the vast array of letters it publishes.

Both those with personal links to New England and those interested in American history will find The New England Historical and Genealogical Register to be an enjoyable read. This publication provides information that previously might have been hard to gain access to with the sole purpose of making it available to the public. With articles on a variety of historic topics, this publication proves to have something for everyone.