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Miles Standish the Puritan Captain

Miles Standish the Puritan Captain

Abbott, John S. C.

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Biographies GeneralHistorical FiguresReligious Biographies

ISBN10: 1432617680
ISBN13: 9781432617684
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 20 2004
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.64
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Miles Standish the Puritan Captain is a historical biography written by John S. C. Abbott. The book tells the story of Miles Standish, a prominent figure in the early years of the Plymouth Colony. Standish was a military leader and one of the most influential men in the colony, playing a key role in its establishment and survival.The book traces Standish's life from his early years in England to his journey to the New World and his leadership in the Plymouth Colony. Abbott provides a detailed account of Standish's military campaigns against the Native Americans, his relationships with other colonists, and his role in shaping the political and social landscape of the colony.The book also explores the religious beliefs and practices of the Puritans, providing insight into the motivations and values that guided Standish and his fellow colonists. Through his portrayal of Standish, Abbott offers a window into the challenges and opportunities faced by the early settlers of America.Overall, Miles Standish the Puritan Captain is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on an important figure in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early years of the Plymouth Colony and the role of Puritanism in shaping American culture and society.1876. Illustrated. American Pioneers and Patriots series. The biography of Miles Standish, the Captain of the Pilgrims. He conducts us in the May Flower, across the Atlantic, lands us at Plymouth, and tells the never to be forgotten story of the heroism of our fathers in laying the foundations of this great republic. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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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