The Story of the Walloons - William Elliot Griffis - Bog

The Story Of The Walloons: At Home In Lands Of Exile And In America is a comprehensive historical account of the Walloons, a group of French-speaking Protestants who were forced to flee their homeland in the 16th and 17th centuries due to religious persecution. Written by William Elliot Griffis, this book explores the Walloons' experiences in exile, their struggles to maintain their cultural identity and religious beliefs, and their eventual migration to America.The book is divided into several sections, each of which delves into a different aspect of the Walloons' history. The first section provides an overview of the Walloons' origins, their religious beliefs, and the circumstances that led to their exile. The following sections explore the Walloons' experiences in various countries where they sought refuge, including the Netherlands, England, and Germany. The book also covers the Walloons' eventual migration to America, where they settled in New York, Massachusetts, and other states.Throughout the book, Griffis provides detailed descriptions of the Walloons' daily lives, including their customs, traditions, and religious practices. He also discusses the challenges they faced in adapting to new cultures and languages, as well as the contributions they made to the societies in which they lived.Overall, The Story Of The Walloons: At Home In Lands Of Exile And In America is a fascinating and informative account of a little-known group of people who played an important role in European and American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religious persecution, migration, and cultural identity.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.