Martyn Whittock
Mayflower Lives: Pilgrims in a New World and the Early American Experience
Mayflower Lives: Pilgrims in a New World and the Early American Experience
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Martyn Whittock's Mayflower Lives explores the lives of the Pilgrims, including saints, strangers, and familiar characters, providing a fresh and revealing history of one of America's founding national myths.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2021
Publisher: Pegasus Books
A captivating and insightful exploration of one of the most pivotal moments in American history, Mayflower Lives delves into the lives of fourteen diverse and dynamic individuals who played pivotal roles in the journey of the Pilgrims. Martyn Whittock takes us on a journey to examine the lives of the "saints" (members of the Separatist Puritan congregations) and "strangers" (economic migrants) who boarded the original ship, collectively known as "the Pilgrims."
The story of the Pilgrims has evolved into a beloved national myth, encompassing their escape from religious persecution, the treacherous transatlantic voyage, and the harsh winter that tested their resilience. Throughout the narrative, we encounter familiar characters from Thanksgiving folklore, such as Captain Jones, Myles Standish, and Tisquantum (Squanto), as well as new faces.
Among these characters are Mary Chilton, the first woman to set foot on American soil, and William Bradford, an asylum seeker who would go on to become the governor of the Plymouth Colony. We also meet fur trapper John Howland and little Mary More, who was brought as an indentured servant. Stephen Hopkins, a survivor of one shipwreck and the only Mayflower passenger with prior American experience, stands out as a decidedly un-puritanical figure, running a tavern and frequently facing criticism for permitting drinking on Sundays.
Mayflower Lives is an epic and intimate work that offers a rich and rewarding perspective on early American history. It promises to captivate readers with its vivid storytelling and deep insights into the lives of these remarkable individuals who shaped the course of American history.
Weight: 290g
Dimension: 139 x 210 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781643136080
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