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2023-01-24
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Bradford, William
1590
1657
Paget, Harold
1876
20021983
History of Plymouth Plantation
Bradford's history of the Plymouth settlement, 1608-1650
Rendered into modern English by Harold Paget
$aUnited States :$bE. P. Dutton & Company,$c1909,copyright 1920.
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Of_Plymouth_Plantation
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"Bradford's History of the Plymouth Settlement, 1608-1650" by William Bradford is a historical account written in the mid-17th century. This work chronicles the experiences of the Pilgrims, focusing particularly on their quest for religious freedom that led to the establishment of the New Plymouth colony in America. The narrative begins with the persecution faced by these early settlers in England and their subsequent journey across the Atlantic as they sought to create a society grounded in their Puritan beliefs. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces readers to the severe religious oppression faced by the Pilgrims in England, detailing their decision to flee to the Netherlands for greater liberty. Bradford describes the trials and dangers they encountered during their attempts to move and settle, emphasizing their steadfast determination and faith. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for understanding the Pilgrims' motivations, their sacrifices, and the broader historical context of their journey as they ultimately set out to establish a new life in an unfamiliar and challenging environment. The text not only provides a firsthand account of these significant events but also reflects on the spiritual and communal ideals that underpinned their endeavor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/bradfordshistory00bra/page/130/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Massachusetts -- History -- New Plymouth, 1620-1691
Pilgrims (New Plymouth Colony) -- Early works to 1800
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Category: History - American
Category: History - Religious
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