Of Plymouth Plantation
Enriched edition. The Hard Journey of Mayflower Settlers: From the Establishment of the Colony Down to the Year 1647By William Bradford
Length16h 56m
About this audiobook
William Bradford's 'Of Plymouth Plantation' meticulously documents the trials and triumphs of the Pilgrims as they make their way to the New World and establish the Plymouth colony. Written in a straightforward yet eloquent style, Bradford's work provides readers with a firsthand account of the early settlement period, offering valuable insights into the challenges of colonization and the relationships between the settlers and the indigenous people. The book's narrative structure, resembling a diary or journal, adds to its authenticity and immediacy, making it a compelling read for those interested in early American history and literature. William Bradford, as the Governor of Plymouth Colony, was uniquely positioned to record the experiences of the Pilgrims and their interactions with the Native Americans. His firsthand knowledge and leadership role in the colony lend credibility and depth to 'Of Plymouth Plantation', making it a valuable primary source for historians and scholars studying this period. Bradford's dedication to preserving the history of the Plymouth colony shines through in his meticulous documentation of events. I highly recommend 'Of Plymouth Plantation' to readers eager to explore the origins of American history through the eyes of a key figure in the establishment of the New England colonies. Bradford's intimate portrayal of the challenges and successes of the early settlers offers a rich and informative perspective on the founding of Plymouth Colony.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (5.1K)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreHistory
Length16 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Of Plymouth Plantation
10BOOK II (pt. 2)
2Introduction
11BOOK II (pt. 3)
3Synopsis
12BOOK II (pt. 4)
4Historical Context
13BOOK II (pt. 5)
5Introduction
14Appendix I
Show all chaptersShow less
6Of Plimoth Plantation
15Appendix II
7BOOK I
16Analysis
88. Chapter
17Reflection
9BOOK II (pt. 1)
18Memorable Quotes
More from William Bradford
Of Plymouth Plantation: Historical AccountWilliam Bradford16h 53m3.8 (4.7K)$1.99 · $0.00
Mourt's Relation (Annotated)William Bradford, Edward Winslow4h 38m4.1 (520)$1.99 · $0.00
History of the Mayflower Voyage and the Destiny of Its PassengersWilliam Bradford, Azel Ames, Bureau of Military and Civic Achievement29h 10m$0.99 · $0.00
Of Plymouth Plantation (Complete Edition) (Annotated)William Bradford18h 14m3.9 (4.3K)$2 · $0.00
Of Plymouth Plantation: Historical Account (Annotated)William Bradford18h 4m4.5 (239)$2 · $0.00
Of Plymouth Plantation - True Story of the Pilgrims' Life in the New World Colony (Annotated)William Bradford18h 4m3.5 (2.3K)$2 · $0.00
The Mayflower Voyage: Premium Edition - 4 Book CollectionWilliam Bradford, Azel Ames, Bureau of Military and Civic Achievement29h 19m$1 · $0.00
Of Plymouth Plantation - True Story of the Pilgrims' Life in the New World Colony (Summarized Edition)William Bradford4h 21m3.5 (2.3K)$2
The First Accounts of New WorldWilliam Bradford, Edward Winslow25h 32m4.1 (18)$2 · $0.00
The Mayflower Voyage: Premium Edition - 4 Book CollectionWilliam Bradford, Azel Ames, Bureau of Military and Civic Achievement29h 16m$0.99 · $0.00
Of Plymouth Plantation - True Story of the Pilgrims' Life in the New World ColonyWilliam Bradford17h 13m3.8 (5.6K)$1 · $0.00
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m4.6 (6.6K)$29 · $0.00
RevolutionariesSanjeev Sanyal11h 23m4.6 (2.6K)$29 · $0.00
We Crossed a Bridge and It TrembledWendy Pearlman6h4.6 (5.2K)$24 · $0.00
Unbroken Bonds of BattleJohnny Joey Jones8h 31m4.6 (2.6K)$8 · $0.00
The Daughter of AuschwitzTova Friedman, Malcolm Brabant7h 54m4.6 (16.7K)$26 · $0.00
Lily's PromiseLily Ebert, Dov Forman8h 54m4.6 (16.1K)$29 · $0.00
On Democracies and Death CultsDouglas Murray10h 38m4.6 (6.5K)$29 · $0.00
Across the RiverKent Babb11h 40m4.6 (927)$29 · $0.00
Balcony Over Jerusalem: A Middle East Memoir - Israel, Palestine and BeyondJohn Lyons12h 37m4.6 (1.4K)$33 · $0.00
BeyondStephen Walker15h 39m4.6 (3.2K)$33 · $0.00
Kings and PawnsHoward Bryant10h 9m4.6 (678)$29 · $0.00
No EscapeNury Turkel9h 30m4.6 (809)$28 · $0.00
Jubal Stone: U.S. Marshal: Blood Trail To Hell: A Western Adventure NovelCasey Nash3h 42m4.6 (3.2K)$18 · $0.00
Fall and RiseMitchell Zuckoff17h 23m4.6 (9.8K)$40 · $0.00
The SurvivorJosef Lewkowicz, Michael Calvin9h 22m4.6 (2.5K)$29 · $0.00
Always FaithfulThomas Schueman, Zainullah Zaki12h 12m4.6 (977)$29 · $0.00
The State of Society in France Before the Revolution of 1789 (Annotated)Alexis de Tocqueville17h 25m4.6 (1.2K)$2 · $0.00
All the Gallant MenDonald Stratton, Ken Gire5h 55m4.6 (11.8K)$24 · $0.00
Saint Joan (Annotated)George Bernard Shaw6h 20m4.6 (1.2K)$1.20 · $0.00
Medgar and MyrlieJoy-Ann Reid10h 52m4.5 (27.8K)$29 · $0.00
You may also like
Trespassing across AmericaKen Ilgunas7h 44m4.0 (3K)$20 · $0.00
Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson3h 40m3.9 (3.2K)$1.20 · $0.00
Alone on the WallAlex Honnold7h 13m4.1 (20.1K)$20 · $0.00
Robinson Crusoe (Annotated)Daniel Defoe22h 59m3.9 (2.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Collected Works of John MuirJohn Muir95h 45m4.6 (1.2K)$2 · $0.00
The Mountains of California (With All Original Illustrations)John Muir11h 38m4.3 (1.8K)$1.99 · $0.00
North on the WingBruce M. Beehler8h 33m4.1 (392)$20
WanderlustReid Mitenbuler19h 14m4.3 (1.8K)$40 · $0.00
Ten Thousand Miles with a Dog SledHudson Stuck8h 7m4.3 (258)$0.99 · $0.00
Travels in KamtschatkaJean-Baptiste Barthélemy de Lesseps10h 55m4.0 (365)$1.99 · $0.00
A Life on the EdgeJim Whittaker9h 45m4.3 (1.3K)$20
EndeavourPeter Moore19h 36m4.1 (1.1K)$25
Farthest North (The Complete Two-Volume Edition)Fridtjof Nansen31h 27m4.3 (729)$3 · $0.00
The Worst Journey in the WorldCherry-Garrard, Apsley25h 33m4.3 (14.7K)Free
Bread, Wine, ChocolateSimran Sethi11h 3m3.9 (994)$29 · $0.00
A Handy Guide for Beggars, Especially Those of the Poetic FraternityVachel Lindsay3h 57m3.3 (12)$2.30
The Ghost of the MountainsKulbhushansingh Suryawanshi10h 9m$30
Station Life in New Zealand (Annotated)Lady Barker6h 34m$2 · $0.00
The Trail of the GoldseekersHamlin Garland6h 5m3.7 (35)$2.30 · $0.00
Across Patagonia (Annotated)Lady Florence Dixie5h 31m3.9 (149)$2 · $0.00