“The moment any of them gave up on the difficult work of living with their neighbors--and all of the compromise, frustration, and delay that inevitably entailed--they risked losing everything.”
Quote by Nathaniel Philbrick
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Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War
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Nathaniel Philbrick
Nathaniel Philbrick is an American historian and author renowned for his in-depth research into early American history. His works often focus on the American Revolutionary War and maritime exploration, with titles like 'In the Heart of the Sea' and 'Mayflower' winning over readers with their detailed narratives. more
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