Sixty Years In Concord And Elsewhere: Personal Recollection Of Henry McFarland, 1831-1891 (1899)

Sixty Years in Concord and Elsewhere: Personal Recollections of Henry McFarland, 1831-1891 is a memoir written by Henry McFarland and published in 1899. The book recounts McFarland's experiences and memories from his life, spanning over six decades, in Concord and other places. McFarland was born in 1831 and grew up in Concord, Massachusetts, where he attended school and worked as a printer's apprentice. He later became a successful businessman and served in various public offices, including as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and the Massachusetts Senate. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods and events in McFarland's life, including his childhood in Concord, his experiences during the Civil War, his political career, and his travels throughout the United States and Europe. McFarland's writing is personal and reflective, offering insights into his thoughts and feelings about the people and events he encountered in his life. Sixty Years in Concord and Elsewhere provides a unique perspective on the history of Concord and Massachusetts during the 19th century, as well as a glimpse into the life of a successful businessman and politician of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, memoirs, or biographies.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.