Increase Mather: The Agent Of Massachusetts Colony In England For The Concession Of A Charter (1869) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164680390)

""Increase Mather: The Agent of Massachusetts Colony in England for the Concession of a Charter"" is a historical book written by William Henry Whitmore in 1869. The book focuses on the life and work of Increase Mather, a prominent figure in the Massachusetts Bay Colony during the 17th century. Mather served as the colony's agent in England, where he worked to secure a new charter for Massachusetts after the original charter was revoked by King James II. Whitmore's book provides a detailed account of Mather's efforts to secure a new charter, including his interactions with English officials and his political maneuvering in the face of changing political circumstances in England. The book also explores Mather's religious beliefs and his role as a Puritan leader in the colony. Overall, ""Increase Mather: The Agent of Massachusetts Colony in England for the Concession of a Charter"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, the Puritan movement, or the political and religious struggles of the 17th century.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.

Author: William Henry Whitmore
ISBN-10: 1164680390
ISBN-13: 9781164680390
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 28
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.25lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.08d