A History Of King's Chapel In Boston

""A History Of King�������s Chapel In Boston: The First Episcopal Church In New England"" is a book written by Francis William Pitt Greenwood and published in 1833. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of King's Chapel, which was the first Episcopal Church established in New England. The author traces the church's origins back to the early 17th century when the Puritans arrived in Massachusetts Bay Colony and established their own congregational churches. The book covers the various phases of the church's development, including its early years as an Anglican church, its transformation into a Unitarian church during the 18th century, and its eventual return to the Episcopal faith in the early 19th century. Greenwood's book also provides a detailed description of the architectural features of the church, including its famous organ and stained glass windows. The author also discusses the role of King's Chapel in the political and social history of Boston, including its involvement in the American Revolution and its connections to prominent figures such as Paul Revere and Benjamin Franklin. Overall, ""A History Of King�������s Chapel In Boston"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, architecture, and social and political history in colonial and early America. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating insight into the development of one of America's oldest and most significant churches.Comprising Notices Of The Introduction Of Episcopacy Into The Northern Colonies.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.