Description - Life Of Roger Williams: The Founder Of The State Of Rhode Island (1854) by William Gammell
The book ""Life Of Roger Williams: The Founder Of The State Of Rhode Island"" is a biographical work written by William Gammell and published in 1854. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Roger Williams, who is considered to be the founder of the state of Rhode Island. Williams was an English theologian and a Puritan minister who was banished from Massachusetts Bay Colony due to his beliefs and his advocacy for the separation of church and state. The book covers Williams' early life, his education, his ordination as a minister, and his eventual banishment from Massachusetts. It also details his journey to Rhode Island, where he established the colony of Providence, which became a haven for religious freedom and tolerance. The book also explores Williams' relationships with Native Americans, his advocacy for fair treatment of them, and his efforts to establish peaceful relations between the colonists and the indigenous population. The author has used various primary sources and documents to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of Williams' life, making the book an important historical document. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds. Overall, ""Life Of Roger Williams: The Founder Of The State Of Rhode Island"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rhode Island, the early colonial period, and the life of one of America's most important religious and political figures.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.
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History of American Baptist Missions in Asia, Africa, Europe and North America
Address Delivered Before the Rhode Island Historical Society, at the Opening of Their Cabinet, Etc. [With an Appendix.]
