First published 2007
Nathaniel Philbrick and Thomas Philbrick gather the most significant firsthand accounts that shaped our understanding of Plymouth Colony. These primary sources formed the foundation for Nathaniel Philbrick's bestselling Mayflower. The collection features William Bradford's comprehensive chronicle "Of Plymouth Plantation" from 1651, which stands as the most complete contemporary record of seventeenth-century American settlement. Benjamin Church contributes "Entertaining Passages Relating to Philip's War" from 1716, drawn directly from his battlefield observations during King Philip's War. The editors provide explanatory notes for each document, making these historical voices accessible to modern readers. The anthology reconstructs the world of seventeenth-century New England through the words of those who lived it, offering readers direct access to the experiences that shaped early American history.
Genres: biography, history, academic, american-history
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: historical-drama
Setting: New England, Plymouth Colony
Period: 17th Century
336 pages · Paperback · Penguin Publishing Group