An Address on the Character of the Colony Founded by George Popham (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edward Emerson Bourne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484827316 ISBN 13: 9780484827317

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A clear, thoughtful defense of early American colonization and the Sagadahock venture

This short book presents Edward Emerson Bourne’s dated but still relevant examination of the Sagadahock colony and its legacy. It weighs objections, compares motives, and argues that the colony contributed to American civilization, literature, and religion. The tone is careful, not sensational, and it highlights the people, ideas, and debates that shaped New England’s beginnings.

In accessible prose, the work situates the Sagadahock project within the broader history of English colonization, discussing the roles of Gorges and Popham, the motives behind settlement, and the reception of these early efforts. It contrasts the Sagadahock venture with the Plymouth colony, while acknowledging the moral and political complexities of the time. The author aims to clarify myths, evaluate sources, and present a balanced view of a formative moment in American history.

• Understand how 17th‑century colonization was viewed then and now
• See how historians evaluate evidence and account for controversy
• Explore the people, politics, and purpose behind early English settlements
• Learn why some scholars consider Sagadahock an important step in American civilization

Ideal for readers of history and documentary prose who seek a measured, source‑driven look at early English colonization and its lasting claims on American heritage. This edition offers context, careful argument, and a perspective that engages with debates about motives, success, and memory.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484827316
• ISBN 13: 9780484827317
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 66