Publisher's Synopsis
A Review of Winthrop's Journal is a book written by John Winthrop and published in 1854. The book is a review of Winthrop's own journal, which he kept during his time as the governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony from 1630 to 1649. The journal is a detailed account of the daily life of the colony, including the struggles of the settlers, their interactions with the Native Americans, and their efforts to establish a new society in the New World. In this review, Winthrop reflects on his experiences and provides commentary on the events that took place during his time as governor. He discusses the challenges he faced in leading the colony, including conflicts with other settlers and the difficulties of governing a diverse population. He also reflects on the religious beliefs that motivated many of the settlers to come to the New World, and the role that religion played in the development of the colony.Overall, A Review of Winthrop's Journal provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, and offers valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of the settlers who established it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in early American history, and provides a unique perspective on the founding of one of the most important colonies in American history.As Edited And Published By The Honorable James Savage, Under The Title Of The History Of New England From 1630 To 1649, By John Winthrop. Prepared For And Published In The New England Historical And Genealogical Register, October, 1858 And January, 1854.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.
