Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Work of Thomas Dudley, the Second Governor of Massachusetts is a biographical book written by Augustine Jones. The book provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of Thomas Dudley, who served as the governor of Massachusetts from 1634 to 1650. The book begins with an introduction to Dudley's early life, his education, and his family background. It then goes on to describe his political career, including his role in the founding of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and his efforts to establish a strong and stable government in the colony. The book also covers Dudley's personal life, including his marriage to Anne Bradstreet, a prominent poet of the time. It explores their relationship and the impact that Anne's poetry had on Dudley's political and personal life.Throughout the book, Jones provides a detailed analysis of Dudley's contributions to the development of Massachusetts, including his role in establishing the colony's legal system and his efforts to promote religious freedom. The book also discusses Dudley's views on Native Americans and his role in the conflict between the colonists and the indigenous population.Overall, The Life and Work of Thomas Dudley, the Second Governor of Massachusetts is a comprehensive and insightful biography that provides a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in the early history 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.
