new plymouth, 1620-1691

Describes the early fur trade in the New World and discusses its influence on North American history.

A biography of the first governor of the Plymouth Colony who served in that office for thirty years and greatly influenced the development of the community.

In order to escape religious persecution, a group of English Separatists set sail for America in 1620, hoping to establish a new colony. James Daugherty draws on the Pilgrim's own journals to give a fresh and moving account of their life and traditions, their quest for religious freedom, and the founding of one of our nation's most beloved holidays--Thanksgiving.

Discusses the history of the Pilgrims in Massachusetts, the early government of the Plymouth Colony, and the document known as the Mayflower Compact.

Actual Pilgrim diaries are used to tell the dramatic story of the Mayflower journey, joys and sorrows in the new land and eventual Thanksgiving celebration.

Discusses the Pilgrims' voyage to Plymouth, Massachusetts, and the colony they established after their arrival, aided by Native Americans and governed by an agreement called the Mayflower Compact.

Traces the early colonization of New England by the Pilgrims in 1620, their struggles, association with the natives, and the Puritan legacy.

Describes the establishment of the English colony at Plymouth, Massachusetts, from its planning phase to the 1620 transatlantic journey of settlers, as well as the experiences of those settlers in the new land.

Easy, rhyming text describes the voyage of the Pilgrims, their work in building a new home in America, and their celebration held in thanksgiving for a rich harvest.

Briefly presents the Pilgrims' 1620 trip from England to Massachusetts and what life was like after their arrival, including the feast of Thanksgiving which they shared with the native people.