Debts hopeful and desperate : $b Financing the Plymouth Colony

"Debts Hopeful and Desperate: Financing the Plymouth Colony" by Ruth A. McIntyre is a mid-20th century history book, which examines the financial hardships the Plymouth Colony encountered. The book explores the Pilgrims' quest for both religious freedom and financial security as they left their difficult life in Leyden. It highlights how important their relationships with London investors were to their ability to establish the colony. The story shows how their initial optimism was tested by financial disagreements, trade route problems, and how personal and shared goals conflicted. It underscores that these challenges shaped Plymouth's broader story and the Pilgrims' lasting impact on history.