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by Thomas Lechford (Author), J. Hammond Trumbull (Introduction by)
""Plain Dealing: Or News From New England"" is a historical book written by Thomas Lechford. It is a primary source document that provides a detailed account of the early colonial period in New England. The book is divided into two parts: the first part describes Lechford's journey from England to Massachusetts Bay Colony, and the second part provides a detailed account of the legal system and social customs of the colony. Lechford was a lawyer who migrated to Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1637. He was fascinated by the legal system of the colony and wrote extensively about it. His book provides a unique insight into the legal system of the colony, including the court system, the role of juries, and the punishments for various crimes. The book also describes the social customs of the colony, including the role of women, marriage customs, and the treatment of Native Americans. Lechford was critical of the Puritan leaders of the colony and their treatment of dissenters, and his book provides a rare perspective on the tensions and conflicts that existed within the colony.Overall, ""Plain Dealing: Or News From New England"" is an important historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the early colonial period in New England. It is a valuable resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
