This concise and readable history of New England offers a valuable resource for students and anyone interested in American history. With a focus on the region's early settlement and development, Adams provides a detailed account of the social, economic, and political trends that shaped the region. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the struggles and achievements of the early settlers, as well as the larger social and historical contexts in which they lived. This book is an essential resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive introduction to New England's rich history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.