Memoir of Roger Williams, the Founder of the State of Rhode-Island

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Knowles, James D. (James Davis), 1798-1838.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Memoir of Roger Williams, the Founder of the State of Rhode-Island" by James D. Knowles is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work presents the life and principles of Roger Williams, a key figure in the establishment of religious freedom and the founding of Rhode Island, illuminating his struggles and ideas during a formative period in American history. The beginning of this memoir introduces readers to Roger Williams' early life and the socio-political climate in England that led to his emigration to America. Knowles emphasizes the scant documentation surrounding Williams' formative years, highlighting his compassionate nature and commitment to liberty of conscience. The text outlines Williams' initial arrival in 1630, his quick involvement with various religious communities, and his growing concerns over the rights of Native Americans and church-state relations, setting the stage for his ultimate conflict with the Puritan leadership that would lead to his banishment. This opening provides a rich historical backdrop that frames Williams as a pivotal advocate for religious liberty amidst the turbulence of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Richard Tonsing, Brian Wilson, MFR, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-10-01