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Of Plymouth Plantation by William Bradford

Of Plymouth Plantation

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William Bradford

Start Publishing LLC · Ebook · August 29, 2013

The most important and influential source of information about Plymouth, this landmark account was written by the colony's governor.

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A governor’s account brings Plymouth’s beginnings into view through hardship, movement, and survival.
Genres
Colonial America (to 1775), New England History, Native American History
Published
Start Publishing LLC, August 29, 2013

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About this book

The most important and influential source of information about Plymouth, this landmark account was written by the colony's governor. It vividly documents the Pilgrims' first stop in Holland, their harrowing transatlantic crossing, the first harsh winter in the new land, and the help from Native Americans that saved their lives.

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A governor’s account brings Plymouth’s beginnings into view through hardship, movement, and survival.

Come here for

  • A governor’s firsthand view of Plymouth’s early history
  • A foundational account of colonial New England

Expect

  • A vivid record of the crossing, first winter, and Native American help
  • A sustained read in an influential historical source

Where it sits

Colonial America (to 1775)97%
New England History45%
Native American History38%

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Publisher categories

  • Colonial America (to 1775)
  • The Americas History
Authors
William Bradford
Publisher
Start Publishing LLC
Published
August 29, 2013
Format
Ebook
Reading lane
Colonial America (to 1775)