This comprehensive history of the Town of Manchester, Vermont, was originally published in 1961 as a component of the town's Bicentennial celebration; a paperback reprint edition was published in 1981 and again in 2008 by Northshire Bookstore. A family-owned, independent bookstore in Manchester Ctr., VT, since 1976 and Saratoga Springs, NY since 2013. Northshire is committed to excellence in bookselling. The Northshire Bookstore's mission is to serve as a resource for information, ideas, and entertainment while honoring the needs of customers, staff, and community.