Pilgrim Edward Winslow: New England's First International Diplomat (softcover)
- Author: Jeremy Dupertuis Bangs
- SKU: 7034
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Winslow’s life, better than any other’s, reflects the European and Atlantic context of the Pilgrims’ colonial venture. Through the use of fascinating primary documents, Pilgrim Edward Winslow tells in compelling detail the story of America’s first international diplomat, examining many aspects of his long career of public service. In 1633, as governor, Winslow supervised a revision of Plymouth Colony’s laws, establishing clear, even-handed government. He returned to England several times to resolve the colonists’ financial obligations, and in 1634 was imprisoned at the order of Archbishop William Laud because of the Pilgrims’ non-Anglican innovations. Among the founders of the United Colonies of New England, Winslow moved back to London in 1646 to represent New England’s interests in Cromwell’s government. He became the first author to argue for independence for the American Colonies from parliamentary supervision. Edward Winslow died in 1655 at sea off Jamaica while serving as Cromwell’s Civil Advisor to the English expedition against the Spanish in the Caribbean. A rich documentary portrait of an important early American figure, this book will appeal to anyone interested in Plymouth Colony and the early history of America.
Soft cover, 486pp. 2004. Also available in hardcover.
