9781331292463 - Edward Randolph, Vol. 5 of 5: Including His Letters and Official Papers From the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies in America, With Other ... of the Colony... (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a compilation of Edward Randolph's letters, official papers, and other documents offering an in-depth exploration of his experiences and observations as an English official in the American colonies during the late 17th century. The documents chronicle his involvement in the vacating of the Massachusetts Bay Colony's charter in 1684 and provide insights into the political, economic, and social dynamics of the period. Randolph's writings reveal the tensions between the English Crown and the American colonies, particularly regarding trade regulations and the colonies' desire for self-governance. The book sheds light on the complex relationship between England and its American territories, highlighting the challenges of maintaining imperial control while respecting colonial autonomy. Through Randolph's firsthand accounts, readers gain a glimpse into the motivations and actions of key figures in the colonial era, including Sir Edmund Andros, Governor of the Dominion of New England, and Increase Mather, a prominent Puritan minister and advocate for colonial rights. The documents also illuminate the legal and administrative processes involved in governing the colonies and the struggles faced by both English officials and colonial leaders. Overall, this book offers a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the American colonies and the relationship between England and its overseas territories during a pivotal period of colonial development. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condición: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 356 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.