The Mayflower and Her Log; July 15, 1620-May 6, 1621 — Volume 3

"The Mayflower and Her Log; July 15, 1620-May 6, 1621 — Volume 3" by Azel Ames unveils a detailed narrative of the Mayflower's voyage and the Pilgrims' experiences sailing from England to America centuries ago. This historical account highlights the roles of the ship's officers and crew, including Captain Thomas Jones, while examining the controversies surrounding the ship's shifted destination from the Hudson River to Cape Cod. The book exposes the political relationships with figures like Sir Ferdinando Gorges and Thomas Weston, which influenced the Pilgrims' landing. The story then reveals the hardships faced by the Pilgrims in establishing their colony, emphasizing the complex dynamics of leadership, fidelity, and ambition in the genesis of early American settlements.