The New English Canaan of Thomas Morton with Introductory Matter and Notes

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Author Morton, Thomas, 1575-1646
Editor Adams, Charles Francis, 1835-1915
LoC No. 01016032
Title The New English Canaan of Thomas Morton with Introductory Matter and Notes
Note Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The New English Canaan of Thomas Morton with Introductory Matter and Notes" is a historical account edited by Charles Francis Adams, Jr., published in the late 19th century. This work centers on Thomas Morton's experiences and observations during the early colonial period in New England, particularly his settlement at Merrymount and its interactions with Native Americans and other settlers. It explores themes of freedom, revelry, and the clash of cultures in early America. The opening of the text provides a detailed introduction to Morton’s background and the context of his life in the early 17th century. It begins with references to other historical figures, such as Captain Wollaston and Governor Bradford, illustrating the complexities of colonial attempts to establish settlements. Morton emerges as a controversial figure, with charges against him hinting at a tempestuous and colorful life involving trade, revelry, and interactions with Native tribes. The narrative pivots around his endeavors at Merry-Mount, where he engages in spirited festivities, depicts early colonial life, and challenges Puritan norms, setting the stage for his eventual conflicts with the more austere Plymouth settlers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
LoC Class F001: United States local history: New England
Subject Massachusetts -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject New England -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject Massachusetts -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
Subject Morton, Thomas, 1575-1646 -- Travel -- New England
Subject Indians of North America -- New England -- History -- 17th century
Subject Indians of North America -- Massachusetts -- History -- 17th century
Subject New England -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 54162
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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