Bradford's History Of Plymouth Plantation

By Secretary Of The Commonwealth

Book Overview

Bradford's History of Plymouth Plantation is a historical book written by William Bradford, the second governor of Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts. Originally written between 1630 and 1651, this book chronicles the history of the Pilgrims from their departure from England in 1620 to the year 1647. The book was first published in 1856 and has since been reprinted numerous times, including this 1901 edition by the Secretary of the Commonwealth.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a detailed account of the Pilgrims' journey from England to America on the Mayflower, their arrival in Plymouth, and their struggles to survive in the new land. It also includes descriptions of their interactions with the Native American tribes, their attempts to establish a government, and their religious beliefs and practices.The second part of the book is a collection of letters, documents, and other historical records that provide additional insight into the early years of Plymouth Colony. These include letters written by Bradford himself, as well as by other important figures in the colony such as Edward Winslow and Miles Standish.Overall, Bradford's History of Plymouth Plantation is an important historical document that provides a firsthand account of the early years of one of the first English settlements in North America. It offers a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of the Pilgrims as they established a new home in a foreign land, and sheds light on the cultural, religious, and political factors that shaped the early years of American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164080040
• ISBN13: 9781164080046
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 656 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"