In this book, Otis provides readers with a fascinating look at the history of the Barclays, one of Boston's most prominent families. Through his research, Otis sheds light on the family's rise to power and the social and political forces that shaped their lives. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of Boston's history and the role of the Barclays in shaping the city. Historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the social history of Boston will find this book to be a valuable resource. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.