Every Day Life in the Massachusetts Bay Colony (eBook)

George Francis Dow (Autor)

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2022
262 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654740354-8 (EAN)

Infos

George Francis Dow's 'Every Day Life in the Massachusetts Bay Colony' offers readers a captivating exploration of the daily lives, customs, and challenges faced by the early settlers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Written in a detailed and informative style, Dow delves into the social, economic, and cultural aspects of this historic period, providing valuable insights into the development of the colony. Drawing on primary sources and historical records, the book paints a vivid picture of the struggles and triumphs experienced by the colonists, shedding light on their resilience and determination to establish a new way of life in the New World. Dow's engaging narrative style makes this book a compelling read for anyone interested in early American history and the foundations of colonial society. As a respected historian and author, Dow's meticulous research and passion for the subject shine through in this comprehensive account of life in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. 'Every Day Life in the Massachusetts Bay Colony' comes highly recommended for both scholars and history enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of the colonial experience in America.

Autor

George Francis Dow (1868-1936) was an American antiquarian and historian noted for his scholarly contributions to the understanding of daily life in colonial America. His comprehensive research culminated in a series of authoritative books, including 'Every Day Life in the Massachusetts Bay Colony', a seminal work that offers readers a meticulously detailed account of the social, economic, and domestic aspects of seventeenth-century New England. This particular volume stands out for its extensive use of primary sources, providing a vivid portrayal of the colony's inhabitants and their daily routines. Dow's literary style was characterized by an academic rigor paired with a narrative that was both accessible to general readers and highly valuable to researchers. His dedication to presenting an accurate depiction of colonial life has made his work an essential reference in the field of early American history. Alongside his historical writings, Dow was also instrumental in the founding of the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities and actively involved in the restoration of historical sites. His body of work continues to be a rich resource for historians, educators, and anyone interested in the colonial period.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Ethnologie ► Völkerkunde (Naturvölker)
• Schlagworte: 17th century new england • American Colonial culture • American History • Colonial America • Colonial America daily life • Cultural Anthropology • Domestic Life • Early American settlements • early settlers • Edward Holyoke • George Francis Dow author • Germs and Steel • Great Society • Guns • hampton sides • historical nonfiction • Indiana Jones • Kenneth Ballard Murdock • Massachusetts Bay Colony history • material culture • New England Colonies • Primary Sources • puritan society • Puritan society in America • sapiens • Social anthropology America • Social customs • Social history of Massachusetts • Thomas James Holmes