New England's First Fruits

Focusing on New England's early European settlements, this historical work details the founding of the Plymouth and Massachusetts Bay colonies, examining the complex relationships with Native Americans, and the era's religious and political evolution, particularly the rise of Puritanism and democratic practices. It also explores significant economic and social transformations, emphasizing trade and the development of a unique New England culture. Drawing from primary sources like diaries and official documents, it offers a comprehensive account of this pivotal period in American history.