The Worcester Book

The Worcester Book is a historical diary that chronicles noteworthy events in Worcester, Massachusetts from the years 1657 to 1883. Written by Franklin Pierce Rice and published in 1884, the book provides a detailed account of the city's rich history, including its early settlement, growth, and development over the centuries. The diary covers a wide range of topics, from political and social events to cultural and economic changes that shaped the city. It also includes biographical sketches of prominent citizens, descriptions of important buildings and landmarks, and accounts of significant events such as fires, floods, and epidemics. The Worcester Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Worcester, Massachusetts, and the United States as a whole.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.