Narrative Of The Captivity, Sufferings, And Removes, Of Mrs. Mary Rowlandson Who Was Taken Prisoner By The Indians At The Destruction Of Lancaster In 1675 (1853)

Narrative of the Captivity, Sufferings, and Removes, of Mrs. Mary Rowlandson is a memoir written by Mary White Rowlandson, an American colonial woman who was taken captive by Native American Indians during the King Philip's War in 1675. The book describes the harrowing experiences of Mrs. Rowlandson during her captivity, including the death of her child, the loss of her home and possessions, and the physical and emotional abuse she endured at the hands of her captors. The book also provides a glimpse into the culture and customs of the Native American tribes in the region during that time period. It is a firsthand account of a significant event in American history and is considered a classic work of early American literature. The book was originally published in 1682 and has since been reprinted numerous times, including a 1853 edition which is still widely read and studied today.To Which Is Appended A Century Sermon, Preached At The First Parish In Lancaster, May 28, 1753, By Reverend Timothy Harrington.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.