Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Early English Colonies: A Summary of the Lecture by Arthur Foley"" is a historical account of the early English colonies in America. The author, Arthur Foley, provides a concise and informative summary of the lecture he gave on the topic. The book covers the period from the early 1600s to the mid-1700s, when the English established colonies in North America. It discusses the reasons behind the colonization, the challenges faced by the colonizers, and the impact of the colonies on the development of America.Foley provides a detailed analysis of the different colonies, including Virginia, Massachusetts, Maryland, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania. He examines the economic, social, and political systems of each colony, as well as their relationships with the Native American populations.The book also explores the role of religion in the colonies, particularly the Puritan influence in New England. Foley discusses the Salem Witch Trials and their impact on the colony, as well as the Quaker movement in Pennsylvania.Overall, ""The Early English Colonies"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of the early history of America. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the origins of the United States and the impact of colonialism on the country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
