Excerpt from Return of the Pilgrim Fathers: Historical Pageant Commemorating the Three Hundredth Anniversary of the Landing of the Pilgrims
History:
John Robinson: Pastor of the church at Leyden, of whom it was declared hard to judge whether he delighted most in having such a people or they in having such a pastor.
John Carver: First Governor of the Colony. The leader of the illustrious band, and an easly victim of the hardships of the enterprise.
William Brewster: Ruling Elder of the church at Leyden, to whom his Bible and his arms were equally familiar.
Robert Cushman: A leading spirit in the adventure. He overcame others by overcoming himself.
Miles Standish: Military commander of the Pilgrims. Foremost in every hazardous enterprise; brave in combat and forebearing in victory.
Pilgrims of Leyden: May the Empire which has sprung from their labors be permanent as the rock of their landing.
Captain Jones: The Commander of the Mayflower. A man with a lion heart.
Seaman: Braver spirits never battled with dangers of the deep.
Squanto: Indian Interpreter.
Liberty: The goddess of that only which is just and good.
Agitator: Strong to destroy but powerless to create.
Citizen: Lover of liberty and hater of disorder.
Tom Tamborini: Bootblack. Foreign in name, but not in soul.
Henry Winslow Bradford: Newsboy, great friend of Tamborini. Earning money for an education. Of an honored though impecunious family. Not ashamed to work at anything whereby he may turn a penny.
Other Characters: Capitalists, Business Men, Laborers, Women, Children.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book ingeniously employs a pageant as an evocative lens to introduce and chronicle the heroic struggles and devout aspirations of the Pilgrim Fathers. Beginning with their courageous voyage to America in 1620, the book gives a detailed account of the challenges faced by these early settlers in building a new life in a strange land. By situating this group within the larger context of religious and political strife, the author provides a nuanced and thought-provoking examination of the Pilgrims' profound influence on American history and society. With meticulous attention to historical fact, the book delves into the themes of faith, liberty, and the enduring legacy of the Pilgrims, shedding fresh light on the founding ideals of the United States. Throughout, the author's vivid prose and skillful use of primary source material create a truly immersive and educational experience for readers. 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 9781332190171_0
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