Traditions say that in May 1637, a force of English colonists and Native allies marched undected across southern New England and surprised the Pequot village of Mystic. They trapped and killed 300-700 men, women and children. Through exaustive research from journals of the participants this book provides evidence that it never happened and it was the Pequots who were the victors.
Traditions say that in May 1637, a force of English colonists and Native allies marched undected across southern New England and surprised the Pequot ...
Long revered as the birthplace of many of the nation s best-known authors, Michigan has also served as inspiration to countless others. In this entertaining and well-researched bookthe first of its kindthe secrets, legends, and myths surrounding some of Michigan s literary luminaries are explored. Which Michigan poet inspired a state law requiring teachers to assign at least one of his compositions to all students? Which young author emerged from the University of Michigan with a bestselling novel derided by some critics as vulgar ? And from what Michigan city did Arthur Miller, Robert...
Long revered as the birthplace of many of the nation s best-known authors, Michigan has also served as inspiration to countless others. In this en...
