The Puritan Captain: Or The Story Of Miles Standish (1879)

The Puritan Captain: Or The Story Of Miles Standish is a historical novel written by John Stevens Cabot Abbott and first published in 1879. The book tells the story of Miles Standish, a Puritan captain who played a significant role in the early history of the Plymouth Colony. The novel is set in the 17th century and follows Standish’s life from his early years as a soldier in the English army to his arrival in America as part of the Pilgrim Fathers. The book explores Standish’s relationships with key figures in Plymouth Colony, including William Bradford and John Alden, as well as his interactions with the local Native American tribes.Throughout the book, Abbott portrays Standish as a brave and honorable leader who is dedicated to the survival of his community. The novel also touches on themes such as religious freedom and the challenges of building a new society in a harsh and unfamiliar environment.Overall, The Puritan Captain: Or The Story Of Miles Standish is a compelling historical novel that offers a vivid and detailed portrait of one of America’s early pioneers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Plymouth Colony and the early days of America.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.