Publisher's Synopsis
The Winthrops: A Novel by Ellen L. Biscoe Hollis is a work of historical fiction that follows the lives of the Winthrop family, one of the most prominent families in 17th century Massachusetts. The novel is set in the years leading up to the Salem Witch Trials and explores the complex relationships between family members, as well as their interactions with the larger community. The Winthrops are a wealthy and influential family, with patriarch John Winthrop serving as the governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The book delves into the family's political and social power, as well as their struggles and conflicts. The story is told from the perspective of various family members, including John's wife, Margaret, and their children. The novel also touches on themes of religion, morality, and gender roles in colonial America. Through vivid descriptions and rich historical detail, The Winthrops offers a compelling look at one family's experience during a tumultuous time in American history.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.
