This history offers an insight into the generations of the Mosher family, who emigrated from Manchester, England to colonial-era North America.

Charting the lives of some ten generations of Moshers, this work was first published in 1891. It covers roughly two hundred years' of family history, and recalls the names, professions and other notable details of various ancestors. Interesting events involving those with the Mosher surname, and the role the Moshers played in the social and economic life of their time, are detailed. As such, this family history offers glimpses into the rural, farming culture of pre-industrial America.

It is demonstrated that Moshers gradually migrated far and wide through North America. Some joined the westward expansion and settled on the west coast, others developed an affinity for Canada and remained there. Some joined the bustling urban life in cities such as New York, whilst others remained committed to country living, working in agriculture, ranching or other rural pursuits.

In all, this is a valuable record of family research, made for later generations of Mosher as well as for those with an interest in genealogy.