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Edward Randolph

 
9780428149338: Edward Randolph, Vol. 1 of 5 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Edward Randolph, Vol. 1: Letters and Official Papers from the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies presents a compelling collection of primary documents that reveal the administration and political tensions surrounding the Massachusetts Bay charter, 1676–1703.

This edition gathers Randolph’s correspondence and government papers, offering a window into colonial governance, church matters, and frontier affairs. Read through the voices of governors, magistrates, and colonial agents as they navigate loyalty, law, and power from across New England and beyond.

  • Access restored letters, petitions, and official orders that show how the crown tried to regulate and reform the colonies.
  • Explore debates over religion, charter status, and the balance between local laws and royal authority.
  • See how agents and officials argued for or against changes in governance, including responses to quo warranto actions and charter challenges.
  • Trace the connections between English policy and colonial administration, including references to key figures and events.
Ideal for readers of early American history, colonial governance, and documentary sources, this volume serves as a practical reference for researchers and history enthusiasts alike.

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