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Pemaquid (Classic Reprint): Its Genesis, Discovery, Name and Colonial Relations to New England - Couverture souple

Sewall, Rufus King

 
9781331255765: Pemaquid (Classic Reprint): Its Genesis, Discovery, Name and Colonial Relations to New England

Synopsis

This book delves into the pivotal role of Pemaquid, Maine, in the genesis of New England. The author unveils how a fortuitous discovery and subsequent English colonization efforts in the early 1600s laid the groundwork for the region's significance as a commercial hub and refuge for struggling Pilgrim settlers. Exploring the growth of Pemaquid's industries, from shipbuilding to fur trading, the book reveals its vital contributions to the survival and prosperity of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The author masterfully intertwines eyewitness accounts with historical analysis, shedding light on the complex relationship between Native American tribes and the emerging English presence. Through meticulous research, this book challenges conventional understandings of New England's origins, emphasizing the profound influence of Pemaquid and its surrounding areas on shaping the course of American history.

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