# Bradford's History of 'Plimoth Plantation': From the Original Manuscript. With a Report of the Proceedings Incident to the Return of the Manuscript to Massachusetts

**Author:** William Bradford
**Tags:** Massachusetts, ca. 1600-1775, Colonial period
**Price:** Free
**Formats:** DOCX, EPUB, FB2, PDF, TXT
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/96693

## Description

William Bradford's monumental chronicle offers a foundational account of the Plymouth Colony, penned by one of its most pivotal figures. Spanning from the early days of the Separatists' flight from England and their journey aboard the Mayflower, the narrative meticulously details the Pilgrims' establishment in the New World and their struggles through 1647. Bradford's firsthand perspective illuminates the challenges of colonial life, including disease, starvation, and interactions with indigenous peoples, alongside the formation of governing principles like the Mayflower Compact. This particular edition not only presents the authoritative history from the original manuscript, but also includes a significant report of the solemn proceedings that marked the manuscript's momentous return to Massachusetts in 1897 after its long absence. This combined volume provides both a vital historical record of early America and a fascinating look at the efforts to repatriate a cherished national treasure.