A History of the Third Religious Society in Dorcester: 1813-1888 (1888)

A History Of The Third Religious Society In Dorchester: 1813-1888 is a historical book written by William Irvin Lawrance in 1888. The book provides a detailed account of the Third Religious Society in Dorchester, Massachusetts, from its establishment in 1813 to the year 1888. The Third Religious Society was a Unitarian congregation that played an important role in the religious and social life of the community.The book covers the early history of the Third Religious Society, including its founding members, the construction of its first meetinghouse, and the growth of the congregation. It also provides insight into the social and political context of the time, including the rise of Unitarianism in New England and the impact of the Civil War on the community.Throughout the book, Lawrance draws on a variety of sources, including church records, diaries, and newspaper articles, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the Third Religious Society. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Unitarianism in New England or the social and cultural history of Dorchester in the 19th century.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.