The Pilgrim fathers of New England : a history by W. Carlos Martyn

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Author Martyn, W. Carlos (William Carlos), 1841-1917
LoC No. 17005263
Title The Pilgrim fathers of New England : a history
Original Publication New York: American Tract Society, 1867.
Note Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Sonya Schermann, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Pilgrim Fathers of New England: A History" by W. Carlos Martyn is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the journey and experiences of the Pilgrim Fathers as they sought a new life in America, delving into their motivations, travels, and the establishment of their colonies in New England. It serves as a detailed reflection on the complexities surrounding their faith, struggles, and the foundational moments of what would become American society. The opening of the text presents the background of the Pilgrims, focusing on their spiritual motivations and the broader context of religious persecution in England. It highlights their initial efforts to escape oppression, leading to their eventual settlement in the Netherlands before the momentous decision to journey to America. The narrative emphasizes the trials faced by this group as they grappled with their faith in God while navigating the complexities of existence as exiles, ultimately leading up to their daring expedition across the Atlantic to seek a land where they could practice their beliefs freely. This early portion sets the stage for their eventual trials and triumphs in the New World. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F001: United States local history: New England
Subject Pilgrims (New Plymouth Colony)
Subject Massachusetts -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
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EBook-No. 72018
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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