Publisher's Synopsis
""Mary Dyer of Rhode Island"" is a historical account written by Horatio Rogers that details the life and death of Mary Dyer, a Quaker who was executed in Boston in 1660. The book delves into the religious and political tensions of the time, as well as the personal experiences and beliefs of Mary Dyer. Through primary sources and historical research, Rogers paints a vivid picture of the events leading up to Mary's execution, including the persecution of Quakers in the Massachusetts Bay Colony and Mary's own defiance of the Puritan authorities. The book also explores the aftermath of Mary's death and the impact it had on the Quaker movement. Overall, ""Mary Dyer of Rhode Island"" provides a comprehensive and compelling look at a significant figure in American history and the religious freedom struggles of the 17th century.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.
