The Winthrops

By Sybil Norton

Book Overview

""The Winthrops"" by Sybil Norton is a comprehensive historical account of the Winthrop family, one of the most prominent and influential families in early New England. The book traces the family's origins in England, their migration to America, and their impact on the social, political, and economic development of the region. The book begins with an introduction to the patriarch of the family, John Winthrop, who was a Puritan lawyer and politician. He played a pivotal role in the founding of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and served as its governor for many years. The book then delves into the lives of his descendants, including his son John Winthrop Jr., who was also a governor of the colony, and his grandson Fitz-John Winthrop, who was a prominent military leader during the French and Indian War.Throughout the book, Norton explores the family's role in shaping early New England society, including their involvement in the Salem Witch Trials, their relationships with Native American tribes, and their contributions to the development of the region's economy. She also examines the family's personal lives, including their marriages, relationships with one another, and their struggles with illness and death.Overall, ""The Winthrops"" is a fascinating and detailed look at one of the most important families in early American history. Norton's extensive research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of New England or the development of the United States as a whole.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: 1419159321
• ISBN13: 9781419159329
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"