Do you want to learn about King Philip's War but don't have the time or patience to read a thick book? Then this short and concise book "King Philip's War: A Short History of New England's Bloodiest Struggle" is for you!!
In this book you will read about:
· Concise, Engaging History ? Designed for the busy reader, this book delivers a gripping account of King Philip's War in under an hour, part of the bestselling 30-Minute Book Series.
· The Bloodiest War of Colonial America ? Learn how this 17th-century conflict became the deadliest war per capita in American history, reshaping New England forever.
· Origins of the War Uncovered ? Explore the deep-rooted tensions between Native American tribes and English settlers that led to this devastating uprising.
· Metacom's Last Stand ? Discover the tragic and heroic story of King Philip (Metacom), the Wampanoag leader who dared to resist colonial expansion.
· Epic Battles and Brutal Tactics ? From the burning of frontier towns to the infamous Great Swamp Fight, uncover the key battles that defined the war.
· Profiles of Key Figures ? Includes insightful portraits of leaders like Metacom, Canonchet, Benjamin Church, Mary Rowlandson, and Josiah Winslow.
· Civilians in the Crossfire ? Gain a window into life during wartime for ordinary colonists and Native peoples?captivity, displacement, and survival.
· Religion and War ? Understand how Puritan beliefs shaped colonists' actions and how both sides grappled with the spiritual trauma of war.
· Consequences and Legacy ? Learn how King Philip's War ended Native power in New England and hardened colonial attitudes for generations.
· Timeline and References Included ? Features a clear timeline and curated further reading list for students, history buffs, and educators alike.
The book "King Philip's War: A Short History of New England's Bloodiest Struggle" briefly examines the savage war during the colonial period of American history. In addition, the book contains a list of reference books for further reading and a Timeline to help link together the events in his life.
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Doug West is a retired engineer, small business owner, and an experienced non-fiction writer with several books to his credit. His writing interests are general, with expertise in science, history, biographies, numismatics, and "How to" topics. Doug has a B.S. in Physics from the Missouri School of Science and Technology and a Ph.D. in General Engineering from Oklahoma State University. He lives with his wife and little dog "Millie" near Kansas City, Missouri.