Dr. Patrick T. Conley; Rhode Island's preeminent historian; journeys with us to early America; where Rhode Island's founders laid the groundwork for America's policy of religious freedom. Learn what led Roger Williams to write The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution and discover how James Franklin; older brother of Benjamin; left a lasting impact on the future of American publishing. Find out why Mary Dyer fought for her religious beliefs until she became one of the "Boston martyrs"; how Anne Hutchinson overcame a male-dominated society to allow women the right to preach and teach; and how General Nathanael Greene helped to liberate the South during the American Revolution. These colorful biographies of political; military and religious leaders; artists and craftsmen; scientists and philanthropists illuminate the beginning of America's smallest state; but one that has always exhibited remarkable diversity.
#1114725 in Books 2005-10-01 2005-10-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .68 x 5.50l; .72 #File Name: 1594731128272 pages
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. goodBy very goodThis is an interesting book. It's a bit more scholarly than I would like; however; it's still pretty good. Between Earth Sky: Legends of Native American Sacred Places; Whispers of the Ancients: Native Tales for Teaching and Healing in Our Time; and House of Shattering Light: Life as an American Indian Mystic could help to round this book out. I'm not sure I'd want to have these explanations as the final say. Metaphor has a way of being interpreted at multiple levels. Semitic metaphor- and stories- have multiple layers of meaning; and I cannot help but believe that there are more layers of meaning than just what shows up in this book. However; this is still a good book.6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Very interestingBy Priscila V. PeterleI took a class with Prof. Pritchard at Marist College and this book was a requirement. The book is great. Short; but very enlightening. It consists of many short stories that appear in Native American cultures. The book has very detailed footnotes; like in Sparknotes to explain everything. He is a wonderful teacher and has great knowledge about Native American cultures. I would highly recommend it to anyone with interest in this topic.1 of 9 people found the following review helpful. poorly written drivelBy Improv bass 4When I got this book I was hoping for something special. It is'nt. Good thing he uses it for his own class. I don't think anyone else should/would buy it.
