Anthology of American Literature, Volume 1George McMichael, Frederick C. Crews Represents the American literary works most respected by modern scholars. Volume I covers Christopher Columbus through Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson. This book also emphasizes the contributions to the American literary canon made by women and minority authors. Extensive explanatory headnotes and footnotes link the works and authors of a period and provide readers with additional insights into each selection. New to this edition is an expanded presentation of Native American literature (myths, tales, autobiography, etc.). |
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... colony lacked steadfast leaders . Too many of the 105 settlers were headstrong gentlemen - idlers or work - shy ne'er - do - wells , the " offscourings " of English so- ciety . They neglected to build houses or fortifications . They ...
... colony lacked steadfast leaders . Too many of the 105 settlers were headstrong gentlemen - idlers or work - shy ne'er - do - wells , the " offscourings " of English so- ciety . They neglected to build houses or fortifications . They ...
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... colony in New England . Winthrop was elected governor of the colony , and in 1630 he set sail to the New World on the Arbella , with the first contingent of settlers . Shortly after arriving , he es- tablished the center of government ...
... colony in New England . Winthrop was elected governor of the colony , and in 1630 he set sail to the New World on the Arbella , with the first contingent of settlers . Shortly after arriving , he es- tablished the center of government ...
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... colony , separate from Massachusetts 1684 Massachusetts charter revoked 1685-1688 James II reigns in England 1688 " Glorious Revolution " ends reign of James II . William and Mary begin reign as king and queen of England 1689 Boston ...
... colony , separate from Massachusetts 1684 Massachusetts charter revoked 1685-1688 James II reigns in England 1688 " Glorious Revolution " ends reign of James II . William and Mary begin reign as king and queen of England 1689 Boston ...
Contents
Columbuss Letter Describing His First Voyage | 15 |
CAPTAIN JOHN SMITH | 22 |
FROM A Description of New England | 36 |
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