Historical Plays of Colonial Days

By Louise E. Tucker, Estelle L. Ryan, Louise E. Tucker and Estelle L. Ryan

Book Overview

Historical Plays of Colonial Days is a collection of plays written by Louise E. Tucker, set in the colonial era of American history. The book features five plays that bring to life important events and figures from this period, including the founding of Jamestown, the Salem Witch Trials, and the Boston Tea Party. Each play is accompanied by historical background information and notes on the characters, making it a useful resource for educators or anyone interested in learning more about colonial America. The writing style is engaging and accessible, making it suitable for both young and adult readers. Overall, Historical Plays of Colonial Days offers an entertaining and informative look at a crucial period in American history.1927. Contents: The Departure; William Penn�������s Treaty with the Indians; Cherry Pie; The Quakers in New England; Gentlemen of Virginia; Massasoit�������s Illness; Little Pilgrims; The Beginning of Negro Slavery; The Strategy of Director Kieft; An Encounter in the Forest; Wampum Belts; The Pilgrims in Holland; Pocahontas in London; The Easter Rabbit; The First Crop of Apples; A Skirmish at Rensselaerswijck; How the Indians Planted Powder; Indian Gifts; A Christmas Tree in New England; Robert Morris and the Revolution; At Anchor; A Narrow Escape; Stormy Times; The First Winter; Virginia Children of Long Ago; and Saturday Night in New England.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: 1417902035
• ISBN13: 9781417902033
• Release Date: April 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"