The Life And Work Of Thomas Dudley, The Second Governor Of Massachusetts - Couverture rigide

Jones, Augustine

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1163480282 ISBN 13 : 9781163480281

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

The Life and Work of Thomas Dudley, the Second Governor of Massachusetts is a comprehensive biography of one of the most important figures in the early history of the United States. Written by Augustine Jones, the book explores the life and legacy of Thomas Dudley, who served as the governor of Massachusetts from 1634 to 1650.The book provides a detailed account of Dudley's early life, including his upbringing in England and his decision to emigrate to the New World in search of religious freedom. It also delves into his political career, tracing his rise to power in the Massachusetts Bay Colony and his efforts to establish a stable and prosperous society in the new world.In addition to exploring Dudley's political achievements, the book also provides insight into his personal life, including his marriage to Anne Bradstreet, one of the most celebrated poets of the colonial era. The book examines the challenges the couple faced as they navigated the complex social and political landscape of colonial America.Throughout the book, Jones offers a nuanced and engaging portrait of Dudley, highlighting both his strengths and his flaws. He also provides a rich historical context for Dudley's life and work, exploring the broader social, political, and cultural forces that shaped the early years of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.Overall, The Life and Work of Thomas Dudley, the Second Governor of Massachusetts is a fascinating and insightful biography that sheds new light on one of the most important figures in American history.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.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1163480282
• ISBN 13: 9781163480281
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 502
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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