Publisher's Synopsis
""Chief of the Pilgrims: Or the Life and Time of William Brewster"" is a historical biography written by Ashbel Steele. The book tells the story of William Brewster, who was a ruling elder of the Pilgrim Company that founded New Plymouth, the parent colony of New England in 1620. The book provides a detailed account of Brewster's life, from his early years in England to his role in the founding of the Plymouth Colony. It explores his religious beliefs, his leadership qualities, and his relationships with other key figures in the Pilgrim community. The book also provides a broader historical context, discussing the political and social climate of England in the 16th and 17th centuries. Overall, ""Chief of the Pilgrims"" offers a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most important figures in American history and the founding of the United States.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.
