Bradford's History of 'Plimoth Plantation' From the Original Manuscript. With a Report of the Proceedings Incident to the Return of the Manuscript to Massachusetts

"Bradford's History of 'Plimoth Plantation'" by William Bradford is a historical narrative capturing the origins and progression of the Plymouth Colony. Detailing the Pilgrims' arduous journey from England to the New World, the historical account grants a window into the settlers' lives and their collective efforts to build a society rooted in deeply held religious beliefs. It sets the stage by illuminating the motivations driving the Pilgrims' departure, emphasizing the religious oppression they faced in England. Their pursuit of religious purification led to their separatist movement, ultimately pushing them to seek refuge elsewhere; Bradford underscores that their voyage was both a physical and spiritual endeavor, aimed at securing the liberty to practice their faith freely, unburdened by the dictates of the Church of England.