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xviii, 269 p. : maps ; 24 cm., Established in 1630, Watertown was among the original six towns of Massachusetts. Its early history was marked by frequent disputes, a penchant for questioning authority, and an atmosphere of tension and discord. In recounting the story of Watertown's formative years, Roger Thompson examines how the community managed to avoid descending into anarchy. He also explores the ways in which English settlers preserved their habits of behavior in a new-world environment, even as they were obliged to innovate and embrace change.
Frontier and pioneer life
History 17th century.
Politics and government 17th century.
Social conditions 17th century.
Thompson, Roger, 1933-
Amherst : University of Massachusetts Press
xviii, 269 p. : maps ; 24 cm.
Established in 1630, Watertown was among the original six towns of Massachusetts. Its early history was marked by frequent disputes, a penchant for questioning authority, and an atmosphere of tension and discord. In recounting the story of Watertown's formative years, Roger Thompson examines how the community managed to avoid descending into anarchy. He also explores the ways in which English settlers preserved their habits of behavior in a new-world environment, even as they were obliged to innovate and embrace change.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-257) and index.
1558493042 (alk. paper)
9781558493049 (alk. paper)
Stacks F74.W33 T48 2001
Massachusetts Watertown.
Watertown (Mass.)
Watertown
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