Spence. Letters on the Early History of the Presbyterian Church in America (1838)

Spence, Irving. Letters on the Early History of the Presbyterian Church in America, addressed to the late Rev. Robert M. Laird; With a Sketch of the Life of the Author, and a selection from his Religious Writings. Philadelphia: Henry Perkins, 1838. First Edition. [7410] Teal cloth stamped in blind with bright gilt titles, 7 7 /8 x 4 7/8 inches, old paper label to spine, slight edge-wear, binding is exceptionally nice. 199 pp., light foxing & stains, occasional pencil marginalia, tight. Very good. Hardcover. This book contains very early accounts - 17th century - of Presbyterians in the colonies. Included are memoirs, wills, &c. Please note the table of contents in the pictures.Mr. Spence lived a somewhat retired life as a man of means, was a committed Christian, and a collector of books and letters pertaining to the early days of the Presbyterian Church in America, particularly within Maryland. He relates his interesting findings in letters to Rev. Robert M. Laird, herein repro