New England Historic Genealogical Society
Pilgrim Edward Winslow: New England`s first international diplomat
Jeremy Dupertuis Bangs
Winslow’s life,
better than any other’s, reflects the European and Atlantic context of
the Pilgrims’ colonial venture. Through the use of fascinating primary
documents, Pilgrim Edward Winslow tells in compelling detail the story of America’s
first international diplomat, examining many aspects of his long career of public
service. In 1633, as governor, Winslow supervised a revision of Plymouth Colony’s
laws, establishing clear, even-handed government. He returned to England several
times to resolve the colonists’ financial obligations, and in 1634 was
imprisoned at the order of Archbishop William Laud because of the Pilgrims’
non-Anglican innovations. Among the founders of the United Colonies of New England,
Winslow moved back to London in 1646 to represent New England’s interests
in Cromwell’s government. He became the first author to argue for independence
for the American Colonies from parliamentary supervision. Edward Winslow died
in 1655 at sea off Jamaica while serving as Cromwell’s Civil Advisor to
the English expedition against the Spanish in the Caribbean. A rich documentary
portrait of an important early American figure, this book will appeal to anyone
interested in Plymouth Colony and the early history of America.
S49010200 (softcover)
List Price: $34.95
S49010100 (hardcover)
List Price: $49.95
August 2004
Softcover, 417 pp + index
Boston, MA : New England
Historic Genealogical Society, 2004.
Copyright 2001-2004, New England Historic Genealogical Society. Do not reproduce without permission.
September 9, 2004