The History of Cambridge

Originally published in 1801, this book provides a comprehensive history of the city of Cambridge, Massachusetts. The author, Abiel Holmes, was a Congregational minister and historian who was a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In this book, he traces the development of Cambridge from its origins as a Puritan settlement to a vibrant commercial and cultural hub. He also profiles several of the key figures who shaped the city, including Harvard presidents and Revolutionary War heroes.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.