""History of Spencer: From Its Earliest Settlement to the Year 1841, Including a Brief Sketch of Leicester, to the Year 1753"" is a book written by James Draper and published in 1841. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the town of Spencer, Massachusetts, from its earliest days of settlement up until the year 1841. It also includes a brief overview of the neighboring town of Leicester, covering the period up until the year 1753.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period in the history of Spencer. The first chapter describes the early settlement of the town by European colonizers, including the establishment of the first church and the development of the town's economy. Subsequent chapters cover the town's involvement in the Revolutionary War, its growth and development in the early 19th century, and its role in the abolitionist movement.Throughout the book, Draper provides detailed descriptions of the town's key historical figures, including its early settlers, religious leaders, and political figures. He also includes information on the town's economy, education system, and social customs.Overall, ""History of Spencer"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Massachusetts or the early history of the United States. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the development of a small New England town over several centuries, and sheds light on the social, cultural, and political forces that shaped its growth and development.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.