Explore the General History of New England, from the discovery to 1680, a concise window into the early colonies and their people.
This edition presents a historically grounded look at how Plymouth, Massachusetts Bay, and other early settlements formed governments, faced religious debates, and navigated relations with Native peoples. It highlights the challenges, plans, and events that shaped the region in its first decades, offering a sense of the era’s pace, decisions, and daily life.
- Find an overview of the first discoveries, settlements, and the growth of towns.
- See how colonial governance, religion, and law evolved in Plymouth and beyond.
- Learn about the natural landscape, economy, and the craft of early colonization.
- Encounter portraits of key figures, debates, and the push and pull of migration and identity.
Ideal for readers of early American history who want a grounded, accessible account of New England’s beginnings.