Description

The book ""Life Of Roger Williams: The Founder Of The State Of Rhode Island"" is a historical biography written by William Gammell in 1854. The book tells the story of Roger Williams, the Puritan minister who founded the colony of Rhode Island in the 17th century. The book provides a detailed account of Williams' life, from his childhood in England to his arrival in America and his eventual founding of the colony of Rhode Island. It covers his religious beliefs, his conflicts with the Puritan authorities in Massachusetts, and his advocacy for religious freedom and separation of church and state. Gammell's biography draws on a wide range of sources, including Williams' own writings and letters, as well as contemporary accounts and historical records. The book also includes a number of illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the places and events described in the text. Overall, ""Life Of Roger Williams"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a valuable insight into the life and legacy of one of America's most important historical figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Rhode Island or the early history of the United States.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.