Life and Letters of John Winthrop, Vol. 1 offers a richly sourced portrait of a pivotal figure in early American history, drawing on his own letters and family papers to illuminate his world.
This substantial volume blends biography with documentary evidence, tracing John Winthrop’s life from his English upbringing to his leadership of the Massachusetts Bay Company. Through moving correspondence, official papers, and the Winthrop family’s own records, readers glimpse the personal faith, professional ambitions, and social world that shaped the founding era.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of John Winthrop, a prominent figure in the early history of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The author delves into Winthrop's life both before and after his pivotal decision to embark for the New World, providing a fascinating glimpse into the motivations and challenges of early English settlers. We learn about Winthrop's family history, his personal religious beliefs and struggles, and his experiences as a landowner and magistrate in England. The book also sheds light on Winthrop's complex relationships with his wife and children, offering unique insight into family dynamics and the emotional weight of decisions surrounding migration. Through a captivating blend of personal letters, diaries, and historical records, the author paints a vivid portrait of Winthrop's character and the intellectual and spiritual currents that shaped his life. This captivating work offers valuable insights into the lives of early English settlers, their motivations for migration, and the challenges of building a new society in an untamed land. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332437665_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332437665
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332437665
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)