""Amherst and Our Family Tree"" is a historical and genealogical book written by Anne Middleton Means and published in 1921. The book traces the history of the Amherst family, one of the oldest and most prominent families in America, from their roots in England to their settlement in Massachusetts and their subsequent contributions to American society. The author provides a detailed account of the family's notable members, including General Jeffrey Amherst, who played a significant role in the French and Indian War, and Emily Dickinson, the renowned poet. The book also includes a comprehensive family tree, detailing the Amherst family's lineage and connections to other prominent families in America. Overall, ""Amherst and Our Family Tree"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in genealogy or the history of early America.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.