Horton Genealogy or Chronicles of the Descendants of Barnabas Horton, of Southold, L. I., 1640.

This compact chronicle follows the footsteps of Barnabas Horton, an English apprentice who crossed the Atlantic in the 1630s and helped establish the first European settlement on Long Island’s east end. It paints a vivid picture of early colonial life—ships like the Swallow, the founding of a Congregational church, and the dramatic lot‑drawing that sent Peter Hallock ashore at Hallock’s Landing. As the narrative unfolds, each generation is traced through meticulously recorded births, marriages and migrations, offering a window into the everyday hopes and hardships of New England pioneers.

The work blends narrative history with dense genealogical tables, preserving the original formatting quirks and occasional errata that give the manuscript its authentic flavor. Detailed entries link parents to children and sometimes forward to richer biographies, while a brief heraldic description and family motto add a touch of aristocratic intrigue. Listeners will find a steady rhythm of names and places that brings centuries‑old family stories to life, all presented with the care of a modern transcriber who highlights where the original record may need a little correction.