Massachusetts describes life in the early colony, including such details as the growth of the colony, farming practices, fishing, overseas trade, shipbuilding, and the structure of the government, as well as the numerous conflicts with Native Americans. Informative chapters cover England's many attempts to assert control over the colonies, as well as intriguing historical events such as the Salem witchcraft trials and the siege of Boston.
- ISBN13 9780816054077
- Publish Date 31 December 2004
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Facts On File Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 160
- Language English