Edward Randolph, Vol. 4 of 5 (Classic Reprint): Including His Letters and Official Papers from the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies in ... of the Colony of Massachusetts Bay, 1676-170 - Softcover

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Primary documents from a pivotal colonial era; explore Edward Randolph’s correspondence and official papers that shaped New England governance between 1685 and 1689, including the vacating of the Massachusetts Bay charter and the rise of Dominion rule.

This volume collects Randolph’s letters, commissions, petitions, and government orders as he navigates royal authority, colonial councils, and local resistance. The pages reveal the tensions between New England colonies and the Crown, the administrative maneuvering in Boston and Plymouth, and the shifting power after Andros takes command. It’s a window into how colonial administration was built, challenged, and redefined.

• Face-to-face records of commissions, warrants, and council meetings


• Correspondence with key figures in New England and England


• Personal notes, petitions, and official statements that illuminate policy and governance


• Context for the transition from charter colonies to royal dominion

Ideal for readers of early American history, colonial administration, and archival primary sources seeking a detailed view of how law, governance, and empire intersected in the late 17th century.

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