Mary of Plymouth: A Story of the Pilgrim Settlement
1910
Mary of Plymouth: A Story of the Pilgrim Settlement
1910
American Literature, Children & Young Adult Reading
Mary of Plymouth: A Story of the Pilgrim Settlement is a historical novel by James Otis, first published in 1910. The story is narrated by a young girl named Mary, who recounts her experiences as a Pilgrim in New Plymouth from 1620 onwards. The book provides a realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by the settlers, including their struggles with hunger, sickness, and their interactions with indigenous peoples like Squanto and Massasoit. This juvenile fiction work aims to depict the daily life and hardships of the Pilgrim community without romanticizing their experiences.
