Contents
PREFACE
The colonies, the Revolution, and the New Nation 3
THE COLONIES
JOHN SMITH (1580-1631) 11
The General history of Virginia, New England, and the summer isles
The Third book. The proceedings and accidents of the english colony in Virginia. Chapter II: What happened till the first supply
The fourth book. The proceedings of the english after the alteration of the government of virginia. John Smith's relation to Queen anne of pocahontas
The sixth book. The general history of new england. The description of new england.
WILLIAM BRADFORD (1590-1657)
Of plymouth plantation, Book I
Chapter IX: of their voyage,a nd how they passed the sea; and of their safe arrival at cape cod
Chapter X: Showing how they sought out a place of habitation; and what befell them thereabout 29