Excerpt from Life of Roger Williams, the Founder of the State of Rhode Island
IN preparing the following sketch of Roger Williams, the writer has consulted nearly all the works of New England history, from which ma terials might be derived for the illustration of his life and character. He 18, however, by far the most indebted to the elaborate Memoir, prepared by the late Mr. Knowles, a work of great fulness and accuracy of information re specting not only the immediate subject to which it relates, but also the general affairs of New England in that early age. This work, which probably contains all that can now be known concerning the life of the calumniated founder of Rhode Island, renders the task of a sabse quent biographer comparatively easy. The nar rative of Mr. Knowles has been generally com pared with the original authorities on which he relies, and in all cases his statements have been found to be correct.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the life and tumultuous times of Roger Williams, a prominent figure in the early history of America. The author meticulously delves into Williams's journey, from his upbringing in Wales to his eventual exile from Massachusetts and the founding of the colony of Rhode Island. The book examines Williams's unwavering belief in religious freedom, a principle that set him apart from his Puritan contemporaries who sought to create a theocratic society. Williamsââ â¢s struggles against the prevailing intolerance of the era are highlighted, and the book explores the tension between his vision of individual conscience and the political realities of a fledgling nation. Through Williamsââ â¢s story, the book provides a nuanced understanding of the formative years of colonial America, revealing the complexities of religious and political ideals in a society grappling with its own identity. The author's thorough research and engaging narrative make this book an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the origins of religious liberty in America. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330201862_0
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