Delve into colonial America through Edward Randolph’s letters and official papers (Vol. 7).This volume gathers Randolph’s primary documents from the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies, plus the West Indies, spanning 1678–1700. It offers firsthand insight into governance, trade, and political conflict across several colonies, including Virginia, Maryland, New York, and Pennsylvania, as well as interactions with colonial authorities and major happenings of the era. The collection highlights how officials, governors, and merchants navigated limits on trade, revenue, and authority in an evolving Atlantic world.
- Primary letters and official papers that illuminate colonial administration and communication with royal authorities
- Accounts of trade restrictions, customs, and regulatory efforts in multiple colonies
- Documents reflecting disputes, arrests, and political maneuvering in the late 17th century
- Context for broader Atlantic issues, including relations with Native peoples and European powers
Ideal for readers of early American history, imperial governance, and documentary history of the colonial era.