The Winthrop Woman - Softcover

Seton, Anya

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1473603382 ISBN 13: 9781473603387

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton, 2014

Synopsis

First published in 1958 and set in the early 17th century, this bestselling novel - and follow-up to Katherine - follows Elizabeth Winthrop, a courageous Puritan woman who finds herself at odds with her heritage and surroundings. Elizabeth married into the family of Governor John Winthrop of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. In those times of hardship, famine, and Indian attacks, many believed that the only way to prosper was through the strong, bigoted, and theocratic government that John Winthrop favored. Defying the government and her family, Elizabeth befriends famous heretic Anne Hutchinson, challenges an army captain, and dares to love as her heart commanded. Through Elizabeth's three marriages, struggles with her passionate beliefs, and countless rebellions, a powerful tale of fortitude, humiliation, and ultimate triumph shines through

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Review:

Abundant and juicy entertainment (New York Times)

The Winthrop Woman is that rare literary accomplishment living history. Really good fictionalized history [like this] often gives closer reality to a period than do factual records. (Chicago Tribune)

A rich and panoramic narrative full of gusto, sentimentality and compassion. It is bound to give much enjoyment and a good many thrills. (Times Literary Supplement)

Book Description:

From the bestselling author of Katherine, this is the 17th Century story of Elizabeth Winthrop and her struggle against hardship and adversity in the new American colonies.

About this edition

• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1473603382
• ISBN 13: 9781473603387
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 640