ilgrims) and Puritans, the paper analyzes Bradford’s role in the history of the Plymouth Colony. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Wbradford.wpsJohn Steinbeck’s "The Pearl" vs. William Bradford’s "Of Plymouth Plantation" : A 5 page paper comparing and contrasting William Bradford’s 1650 work with John Steinbeck’s 1945 one. The writer concludes that what pulled the Pilgrim community through its evil times, even more than their God, was the strength they derived from each other and the faith they shared. In embracing capitalism, Steinbeck’s protagonist turns his back on his culture, and thus on a big part of himself. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Pearlpl.wpsHow Was Witchcraft An Attempt to Create Political Order in Salem : An 8 page paper discussing the premise that the outbreak of witchcraft in 17th century Salem, Massachusetts, was actually an attempt to create political order. The writer also briefly outlines the means by which the witch trials served to preserve the psychological order of Salem Village. Bibliography lists seven sources. Salem2.wpsCauses of the Salem Witch Trials : A 5 page essay on how causes behind the Salem Witch Trials can be traced to Puritanism and the Protestant Reformation. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Strial.wpsChristopher Columbus : 4 page analytical review of "Admiral of the Ocean Sea," a book by Samuel Eliot Morrison that goes into great detail about Christopher Columbus and his voyage to the "New World." No Bibliography. Chriscol.wpsColonial History / Slaveships And Puritans In Their Society : Two related 2 page essays (4 pages total for this file) on life during the 17th and 18th centuries. In the first, the writer discusses the harsh conditions endured on slaveships by African natives being transported to the Americas. Different qualities of treatment towards men and women are analyzed as well. The second essay examines Puritan family life and the subordinate political ro...
