First published in 1901, “The Mayflower and Her Log” looks in detail into the historic voyage of the ‚Mayflower‘, an English ship that transported early Pilgrims to the New World in 1620. The ship has since become an important part of American history and culture, as well as the subject of innumerable works of art, plays, films, poems, songs, books, etc. Drawing upon original sources, this fascinating account of the incidents and people aboard the famous ship is highly recommended for those with an interest in American history and culture. Contents include: “The Myth of the ‚Mayflower‘, by G. K. Chesterton”, “Introductory”, “The Name—’May-Flower’”, “The May-Flower’s Consort the Speedwell”, “The May-Flower’s Charter and the Adventurers”, “The May-Flower—The Ship Herself”, “The Officers and Crew of the Mayflower”, “The May-Flower’s Passengers”, “Quarters, Cooking, Provisions”, etc. Read & Co. History is republishing this classic work now complete with the essay “The Myth of the ‚Mayflower’” by G. K. Chesterton.
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